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Youth at Springfield High

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School Places a Modern Interpretation on the Events of the . Year . . .

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The Senior Class of SPRINGFIELD HIGH SCI-IOOL SPRINGFIELD, 'PENNSYLVANIA Presents

for NINETEEN H'UNDRED and THIRTY -NINE A Narrative in Type and Picture of Contemporary Studen t Life ...

An In trod llction to Life at

Life at Springfield ¡is a splendid combination of pleasure and work. There is little chance of Springfield students becoming like Jack-whose work made him a dull boy. Every school day the curtain goes up at eight fifty-five o'clock upon our production of rising young citizens.

As in every production, the incidents behind the scenes are as important as the actual show. When we glance at the smoothly run school program, it is hard to believe that there could be backstage bustlings.

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Springfield High School • • •

We, the actors, realize h ow difficult it is to roll out of bed at seven-thirty and gulp our breakfasts so as to appear nonchalantly at the school steps where we saunter calmly, 'though inwardly flustered, through the open school door.

We know not only the hard work, but also the fun involved in preparing our everyday production.

Thus the play goes smoothly on, day after day, but scenes are constantly changing, or new ones are put in so that it never becomes .dull or monotonous.

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Class Begins at 9:00 PUPIL'S DAILY PROGRAM Class 01' Grade-12th

Name-SOPHISTICATED SENIOR /pe - \ riod

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MONDAY Class

1 Eng.

TUESDAY Class

Solid Geo.

P.A. D. I Art 3 1 III French III French

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Solid Geo. P.A. D. Shop Ad. Music Study N Shorthand Gym

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Aud. Eng. Ar t Shop Chem.

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Upon arriving in school, we are drawn first to the senior homerooms where the candid cameras notice some seniors seated at their desks where they are industriously copying each other's homework. But, as we have completed all of our day's preparations, we secure the necessary pass slip and forge ahead to conquer new worlds.

Our next goal is the library. Here a cluster of heads, collected over one table, attracts our wandering lens. It is evident that "Blondie" and "Flying Jack" hold the center of the stage. As it is useless to try to gain the funnies, we wander down the hall to the auditorium.

But again everyone seems busy, for the boys' senior octette is practicing "Romany Life" with the two sopranos who give the selection added color and life.

But there-the first bell has rung; so there is a quick dash for the homerooms where we are present for the Bible reading and flag salute.

Then off shoot our camera-fiends to

our classes, where it is evident that the newest edition of our very own publication-that small, yellow one, digested by the seniors-is being passed about under the teachers' seemingly non-observant eyes. See all the chagrined lOoks! Fine shots!

And so on thru the morning until it is lunch, during which the sly, sneaking cameras find ¡all of their really good shots. So many extra-curricular activities here, but they must always be done by couples. Need names be mentioned?

Only two periods in the afternoon before the three o'clock ' bell, after which each goes to his own interest.

Activities! There ' are the boys' and girls' sports; the Spri-Hian, the Scrivener, senior play and the operetta; not to mention the senior boys' bowling team.

Then finally it is four-thirty; the activities are finished, and our camera-fiends decide to go home to develop some of the fine ' shots collected thru the course of an ordinary day in high school.

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William l). Jackson

President

Vice.Pr~sident

Harold

Mrs. Worren Marshall

Edward P. Simmonds

Harold C. Halberstadt

Treasurer

Finance Chairman

In Appreciation

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THE BOARD OF EDUCATION Efficiently laboring behind the of Education work unceasingly for In furthering all of our plans, they It is with sincere appreciation that

scenes, the five members of the Board the interests of Springfield High School. have been of immeasurable assistance. we hereby publicly express our thanks.

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MR. HAROLD J. OWENS Mr. Owens, who is serving his first term, has shown genuine interest at all times in school activities, especially those of an athletic nature.

ADMINISTRATION Pages 6 to 15 SENIORS

MR. WILLIAM A. JACKSON

Pages 16 to 41

Mr. Jackson, also serving his first term, has labored cheerfully in the capacity of vicepresident to stimulate students to continue their scholastic studies.

UNDERCLASSES Pages 42 to 55 EXTRA-CURRICULAR Pages 56 to 77 ADVERTISEMENTS

MRS. WARREN MARSHALL As the only woman on the School Board, Mrs. Marshall is proud of being the member in longest service. Her particular interest is in seeing Springfield achieve its place in the educational sun.

MR. EDWARD P. SIMMONDS Being a comparative veteran, Mr. Simmonds, who has served as treasurer for quite some time, has officiated at several important academic functions in the past years.

MR. HAROLD C. HALBERSTADT Despite his recent entrance into the School Board, Mr. Halberstadt has served well as the chairman of the finance committee which wHl make possible the completion of four additional class rooms.

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DEDICATION For their tt1ltiring- efforts in ottr behalf 'LQ.,le dedicate this vyearbooR to our class advisers-

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MISS EMMA C. HALDEMAN MR. MILTON L. SMITH

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Class Advisers EMMA C. HALDEMAN Miss Emma C. Haldeman has served our class with sincere devotion.

On her able shoulders have lain the burdens of our class. She has gone about her work with utmost efficiency and responsibility. When she was not struggling with class finances, budgets, or ticket sales, she ,was straightening out student problems and doing all she possibly could to further the interests of the class of 1939.

To her, many have gone for advice and help which she has given with a smile. Her excellent ideas have been instrumental in making our class activities a success. Without her help and tireless support we would have been lost in a sea of responsibility.

Miss Haldeman has steadily done a great deal of fundamentally important work for which there was little applause, and we sincerely' hope that the following pages will bring her happy memories of the class of '39 and her advisership.

MILTON L. SMITH The heavy hand of advisership has not deprived Mr. Milton 1. Smith of his goodwill and friendliness, two qualities which have kept him in good favor with our class activities. His willing manner has encouraged student response. In him, the students find a ready, helpful friend. Mr. Smith has always attempted to further our class activities and has employed many extra hours in tireless work for the class. He had done everything in his power to aid the class of 1939.

Our associations with him have been pleasant and we will always remember his encouraging smile. We hope that within the following pages he may find pleasant recollections of the class for which he has worked - 1939.

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HARVEY C. SABOLD SUPERVISING PRINCIPAL M1'. Sabold came to SpTingfield eleven yeaTs ago fTom the Ma1'CUS Hook schools. In the 1'ole of supeTvising pTincipal, he has maintained a coopemtive SpiTit between the student body and the administmtion,

Friendly Executives Not only as a supervlsmg principal with all the dignity connected therewith, but as a friend of the students, has Mr. Sabold served the Springfield Schools. Coming to us in the year 1928, he has supervised the Springfield school system with a forward looking mind, His one aim is that growth and progress advance with, not before, the congeniality between pupil and administration has been engendered.

He has always encouraged our friendship, He has faith in our intelligence and initiative and has manifested this by fostering student sponsored activities. Always available for any consultation, he gives willing and helpful advice.

His geniality spreads to his contacts with the faculty . Often he can be seen chatting w ith the teachers at the lunch table. His dignity is stripped of any hauteur, and his informality is sincere, w hich enhances the

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faculty's respect for his ability, His attitude toward the townspeople in regard to the school, is that of a helpful, willing servant. He is anxious to comply w ith any beneficial suggestions, but is justly firm about the things he feels are not going to improve the conditions in any way.

He can often be seen proudly showing v isitors around the school. His pride in tho building is evident as he enthusiastically points out to these visitors any improvements that have occurred recently. Particularly, is he interested in seeing Springfield compete successfully with the neighboring schools.

In the past, Mr. Sabold has served us to our good.

He shows every evidence of keeping on this path. So may we take this opportunity to express our sincere appreciation for his efforts and pass on to succeeding classes his friendly guidance .

MILTON L. SMITH PRINCIPAL Besides fiLLing the office of p7'incipal, M7'. Sm,ith has se7'ved, this past yea7', in the capacity of dass adviseT. Both of these things he has done with his well-known good

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Promote Intra-School Harmony As long as there are sch edules to be adjusted and problems of students to be solved, so long will Springfield High School need a man like Mr. Smith.

He personifies willingness to hear and advise. Who hasn't seen him, at one time or another, deeply engrossed in a consultation w ith students? To these he offers the advice, suggestions and counsel which have made him an indispensable friend.

Mr. Smith's busy schedule includes the thankless job of arranging assembly programs. It is thru him that we have such interes ting and amusing programs.

He also has the questionable pleasure of being the co-adviser of the class of '39. For this honor, he receives many headaches, which he overcomes in order to return to heavier battles la ter. However, he has helped and guided us in such a way as to make our memories of Springfield happy ones.

Another one of his duties which he d ischarges so efficiently is the task of enlightening some students' minds about social problems, such as "Problems of American Democracy". Those who have him as a teacher in this study know that he doesn't let his office as principal rob him of sympathetic understanding.

Perhaps the one thing about Mr. Smith that we a ll remember only too well is the rapid justice he deals out in his office. It is only the recognized fairness of it that makes us really feel better, instead of resentful, for the experience.

One other phase of his principalship is his sincere interest in seeing that Springfield High ~chool is represented favorably at other schools and at town functions. He is often seen arranging for groups of -students to visit other institutions of learning in order to see how they are being improved.

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CLASSROOM PERSONALITIES The students of Springfield High School are fortunate in having a faculty composed of versatile teachers, who are willing assistants in furthering school activities.

William R. Emmerling is well known as football coach and as the assistant basketball coach, while Will is J. Stetson, has 'become the friend of" many of our boys as varsity basketball coach. Wilbur R. Schopf is the genial director of the junior and senior track teams.

David J. Anderson is the faculty manager of boys' athle tics. Dean D. Stephens can often be seen collecting tickets as well as teaching science.

Betty St. P . White spends her time coaching girls' athletics and directing dances for the operetta. Pearl E. Bastian, who feels at home in the typing room, capably assists Ethel McNeil as manager of girls' ath le tics.

Our successful dramatic coach, Sheldon S. R. Made ira, originated the senior dramatic club, while Frank S. Beardsley has cooperatively taken over the advisership of the junior dramatic club. Sarah Berry is dramatic coach of the operetta.

The success of the library and the library club are due to Anne Geiger's efforts.

Our school publications are guided by Elvira H. Sanbe w ho is the Spri-Hian adviser and Elma C. Haldeman who is the efficient adviser of the Scrivener.

The vocal music of our operetta is directed

by Rebecca V. Rupp, while the instrumental music is sponsored by Harold L. Von Muller.

Estelle Heiss and Henry Kauffman ably direct the art progam of the school.

Sharpless W. Green's genial manner makes him a favorite with his geography students.

Being a member of the math.e matics department, James W. Weaver has lit tle trouble compiling the point system.

The task of guidance has been assigned to E. Thompson Richardson.

Grace D. Hunsberger sees that we are neve r hungry.

The school finances would be in a sore state if it were not for the school treasurer, Richard K. Smith.

Iris B. Green, school nurse , and Doris R. Dalton, secretary to the supervising principal, complete the school personnel.

Our faculty is a pleasing combination of friend and adviser; all being willing to aid th e student both in scholarship and in extracurricular work.

PERSONALITIES WITHIN THE RANKS OF 1939 Reading Le ft to Right - First Row: Pearl E. Bastian, Commercial Studies; Rebecca V. Rupp, Music; Willis J. Stetson, Social Studies.

Second Row: Elvira H. Sanbe, French; Sharpless D. Green, Geography; Estelle A. Heiss, Art. Third Row: William R. Emmerling, Social Studies; Emma C. Haldeman, English; Wilbur R. Schopf, Physical Education.

Fourth Row: Betty St. P. White, Physical Education; David J. Anderson, Social Studies; Grace D. Hunsberger, Home Economics.

Reading from Left to Right - First Row: Anne R. Geiger, Librarian; Harold L. Von Muller, Music; E. Thompson Richardson, Guidance; Richard K. Smith, Commercial Studies; M. Ethel McNeil,. Mathematics; Iris B. Green, School Nurse.

Second Row: Henry J. Kauffman, Industrial Arts; Dean T. Stephens, Srience; James W. Weaver, Mathematics; Doris R. Dalton. Sec'y to SUDervising Principal; Sarah L. Berry, Latin; Franklin H. Beardsley, English; Sheldon S. R. Maderia, English.

Commencemel1t Epoch In the Life ' of a Senior I

Commencement Week fittingly signifies the beginning of the end of our high school careers and the glorious launching of each individual bark on the huge sea of human destiny.

The seniors are marching reverently down the aisle. It is Baccalaureate Service-the beginning of formal graduation activities. Each one is thinking of more than just keeping in time to the music.

He is realizing that this is the beginning of the culmination of four years of dreams, ambitions, hard work, and many good times. Then as he listens to the sermon and sings the hymns, the realization comes to him with a start that after graduation he is going -to start out into the world "on his own", a cooperative contribution to society as the result of a

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thorough, well-rounded high school education.

But thoughts of such serious nature are dispelled for a time as he joins in the fun of Class Night. He listens to the review of his four years of high school life. He hears what he is leaving to one of his under classmen in the class will and what is prophesied for his future. He receives a small gift from his classmates~ something which may recognize a particular distinguishing characteristic of his.

At the Junior-Senior Prom, as a guest of the juniors, he has a thoroughly enjoyable and happy time, although he is a little wistful as he thinks that this is probably the last time he will be gathered in a social way with his high school friends.

Then at last comes the night of Commencement, the crowning point of his high school life. He walks up to the platform, thoughtfully takes his place on . the stage, and listens gravely to the addresses. Finally he hears his name called by a member of the Board of Education and goes forward to receive his diploma, the material symbol of the fact that he has reached the goal for which he has striven for four years, by virtue .of hard work and willingness to accept responsibilities.

Commencement Week marks the end of his life as a youth and the beginning of his life as a man in a strange and fascinating new world, which may at times be cruel to him, but¡ at others may bountifully shower him with the pleasures

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ROBERT A. ACKERMAN "Irky"

ROBERT W. BACHER Academic

"Bob'.'

"Good sportsmanship is the basis of a good character."

Activities: Athletic Council 1, I, 2, 3, 4; Dramatic Club 4; 3, 4; Play 3; Orchestra 1, sistant Manager 1, 2, 3, dent 4.

4; Basketball Football 1, 2, 2; Track As4; Vice-Presi-

Activities: Chef Club 1; Glee Club 4; Octette 3, 4.

LAURA M. BACHOFER

WARREN C. ALLEN, JR. "Warren"

General

"The g7'eatest things a7'e don'2 with the help of the s1nall."

"Laura"

Academic

"Nothing is impossible to a willing heart."

General

"An 7wnest cou,ntenJance is the best pasSp07't."

Activities: Aviation Club 2; Dramatic Club 4; Junior Mechanics Club 1; Play 3, 4.

Activities: Basketball Hockey Club 2.

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LOIS E. AMMON "Lo"

Academic~

THOMAS A. BAILEY, JR.

"Efficious, innocent, sincere, of eve7'y friendless name the friend."

"Deacon"

Activities: Dramatic Club 1, 4; Cheer Leader 3, 4; Glee Club 3, 4; Intramural Basketball 1, 2; Intramural Volley Ball 2, 3; Library Club 3, 4; Play 3; Scrivener 4; Spri-Hian 1,2, 4.

General

"Ahl Why should life all labor be: We all must have some fun."

Activities: Junior Mechanics Club 1; Crew 3, 4; Track 3.

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Stage

J. GORDON BLYTHE

ROBERT F. BARRETT, JR. "Bob"

"Gordon"

Business

"Masc.u line st7'ength-a g7'zat gift," Activities: Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; 3, 4; Golf 2, 3, 4; Track 1.

Foo tball 2,

Activities: Basketball 2, 3, 4; Class President 4; Dramatic Club 4; Football 3, 4; Glee Club 3, 4; Scrivener 4; Studen t Council 3; Track 3, 4.

SARAH S. BEWLEY "Shep"

Academic

"He was a gentleman from sole to c7'own."

General

ELSIE I. BORNMAN "Elsie"

"A witty woman is a treasu7'e."

Businesli

"Quiet and gentle, but always sincere ,"

Activities: Class Presentations 4; Play Prompter 3, 4; Scrivener 4.

Activities: Commercial Club 3, 4; I , 2, 3, 4,

Glee Club

MARrORIE L. BrUR "Marjie"

ROBERT D. BREHM

Busines~

"Bob"

Academic

"A little nonsense now and thew is 7'zlished by vhe best of me.n:,"

"He7' calm simplicity of gmce - - - ," Activities: Basketball 3, 4; Class Secretary 1; Cominercial Club 2, Vice-President · 3, President 4; Glee Club I, 2, 3, 4; Hockey 4.

Activities: Dramatic Club 4; Glee Club 2, 3, 4; Nature Club 1; Play 3, 4; Scrivener 4; Stage Crew 3, 4,

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MARGARET L, BUEHLER

"Peg"

DOROTHY A, COOPER

Academic

"Dotty"

"Giving and receiving lucie tlwu music."

Business

"Oh me, she looks demu1'e, b~Lt get 1.21' going an.d you'1'e not so sUl'e."

Activities: Dramatic Club 4: Ensemble 2, 3; Glee Club II 2, 3, 4; Library Club I, 2, 3, 4; Orchestra 2, 3, 4; School Accompanist 2, 3, 4; Scrivener 4,

Activities: Commercial Club 2, 3, 4; Glee Club 4; Hockey 2, 3, 4; Volley Ball I, 2, 3, 4.

EDWARD L. CARROLL

"Scratchy"

ALBERT W. DALTRY

Business

"Air and manner m'e mOl'e expl'essive than w01'ds,"

"AI"

General-

"RonCOl' lies in honest toil,"

Activities: Basketball I, 2, 3, Captain 4; Baseball I, , 2; Class Treasurer 3; Commercial Club 2, 3, 4; Student Council I; Track 3, 4:

Activities: Basketball ASQistant Manager 2; Football Assistant Manager 2, Manager ' 3; Track Manager I, 2, 3, 4.

JOHN E. de FRENES

ANNE E. CONNER

"Anne"

"Jack"

Academic

Academic

"I've often l'eg1'etted my speech but neve1' my silence."

"Life's a blessed institution; let us take' it as it comes,"

Activities: Dramatic Club 4; Orchestra Scrivener 4; Spri-Hian 4; Track 3.

Activities: Glee Club 2, 3, 4; Library Club 3, 4; Orchestrq 2; Scrivener 4,

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FRED W. DREW

KATHRYN C. FITZPATRICK "Fitzie"

"Fred"

Business

"A quiet smile can win any f1'iend."

Activities : Commercial Club 2, 3, 4; ball 3, 4; Golf 3, 4.

Activities: Basketball 3; Commercial Club 4; Library Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Spri-Hian 1,2, 3, 4; Volley Ball 3.

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G. WINFIELD GALLAGHER

CLIFFORD A. ECKERD " Cliff"

"Beebe"

WOlTies

Activities: Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; I, 2; Track I, 2, 3, Captain 4.

Football

DANIEL J. GANISTER

HELEN J. FISKER "Helen"

Business

"A silent tongue and a true hea1't a1'e the most admimble things ow ea1'th."

Business

"A hccppy-go-Iucky fellow, ccbout nothing."

Bus!ness

"A good natU1'e is always a g1'eat attribute."

"Dan"

Academic

Academic

"My 7tea1·t is a singing bi1'd."

"His personality and willingness to do w01'k hceve wo.n fo1' him popula1'ity."

Activities: Cheer Leader 3, 4; Dramatic Club 4; Glee Club I, 2, 3, 4; Orchestra 3, 4; Play 3, 4.

Activities: Basketball I, 2, 3, 4; Class Presi-. dent 3; Football 1, 2, 3, 4; Play 3; Student Council I, 2, 3, President 4; Tra~k ; I, 2, 3, 4.

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RUTH L. GILLEN "Udy"

HELEN M. HALBERSTADT Academic

"Helen"

"Happy am I; from ca7'e I'm f7'ee!

W,h y aren't they all contented like me?"

"A daiughte7' of the gods, divinely tall, divinely fai7·."

Activities: Basketball lnlramurals 3; Glee Club I, 2, 3, 4; Scrivener 4: Volley Ball lntramurals 2, . 3.

Activities: Dramatic Club 4; Glee Club 2, 3, 4; Library Club I, 2, 3, 4; Play 3; Scrivener 4; Sprl-Hian I, 2, 3, News Editor 4.

MARGARET V. GLOVER "Peggy"

Business

"Th07'oughness is much app7'2ciated,"

JOHN F. HASKELL

Activities: Commercial Club 3, Treasurer 4; Glee Club 3, 4; ,Library Club 4; Scrivener 4: Spri-Hian 4,

"Bussie"

General

"Happi7~ess

has many friends ."

Activities: Chef Club I; Track 2, 3, 4,

HELEN L. GRANDHOMME "Helen"

Academic

Academic

"A me7'7'y hea7't makes a chee7'ful countenance."

Stage Crew 3, 4;

A. RICHARD HEFFRON

Activities: Dramatic Club 4; Glee Club I, 2, Librarian 3, 4; Play Properties 3; Library Club 1, 2, Vice-President 3, 4; Orchestra' 3, 4; Scrivener Assistant Editor 4; SpriHian I, 2,3,

"Adolph"

General

"Hang son'ow! Cm'e will kill a cat, and the7'ef0712 let's be meny."

Activities: Octette 4;

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Play 3;

Spri-Hian 4,

MARY LOU HEMPLE "Hempy"

A. ISABEL HOLSCHER Academic

"Belle"

Business

"A :kind and gene1'otLs fTiendAlways doing fOl' othel·s."

"Sp01'tsmanship has won many friends."

Activities: Dramatic Club Treasurer 4; Glee Club Z, 3, 4; Library Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Play 3; Scrivener 4; Spri·Hian 2, 3.

Activities: Basketball 2, 3, Captain 4; Com. mercial Club 2, 3, 4; Glee Club 2, 3, 4; Hockey 2, 3, 4; Intramural Baseball 2.

L. JANE JACKSON

THOMAS A. HICKS "Tom"

"Jynie"

General

"Sincel'ity, f"iendliness, and stic:k-toitiveness l'epl'esents the essence of success," Ac tivities: Aviation Club 4.

Club

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Stage

Academic

"The bettel' things in life come in smaU packages."

Activities: Cheer Leader 3, 4; Dramatic Club 4; Library Club 1, President 2, 3, 4; Play 3; Scrivener 4; Spri·Hian 2, 3, 4; Student Council 3, 4,

Craft

ALFORD W. HOFFNER, JR. " AI"

General

ANNA C. JONES

"1 hav2 evel' loved to l'epose myself with my feet as high 01' highel: lihan . my head," Activities : Basketball I; Scout Club 1.

Football 3;

"Anna"

General

"What hel" heaa thinks, hel' tongue speaks."

Play 3;

Activities: Hockey

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DOROTHY JONES "Dot"

WILLIAM L. KREWSON "Bill"

Academic

"With q'uiet efficiency, she ?'eaches he?' goal."

Activities: Play 4;

Activities: Class Treasurer 1; Class Secre路 tary 2; Glee Club 2, 3, 4: Honor Society; Library Club I, 2, 3, 4; Orchestra 4; Scrivener 4.

MARY L. LAIRD Academic

"A d1'eamy lass lets the w01路ld go its way."

Activities: Glee

General

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Library

Club

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"He who flies above the clouds will neve?' feel tlv2 St01'mS."

DOROTHY E. LENTZ " Lentzy"

C. EDWARD KRAUSS "Ed"

Scrivener 4.

"Mattie"

JASON, P. JONES "Jason"

Academic

"J'USt at the age 'twixt boy and youth, when tho,u ght is speech and speech is t1路uth."

Academic

"A quiet, diligent w01'k21', who attained he1' goal."

Business

Activities: Glee Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Spri路Hian 3, (Business Manager) 4; Student Council Secre tary 3, 4.

"Silence is golden."

Activities: Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4.

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NANCY L. MAXWELL

ANN C. LOAN

"Ann"

"Na n"

Academic

" A wen of t7'ue wit is t7'uth," Activities: Glee Club 2, 3; Spri-Hian 2, 3, 4,

Academic

"In eve7'y gestm'e dignity cmd love."

Activities: Glee Club 2; Hockey Ass!. Manager 3; Library Secretary I, Vice-President 2, Secretary 3, Secretary, Treasurer 4.

Library 2, 3, 4;

ROSE V. McCANN GEORGINA M. MacCOY

"Rosie"

Academic

"Enthusiastic, fo,n d of O;ttt.d007' lij,e and SPOTtS,"

General

"Georgie"

"Gmce was i7v all he7' steps."

Activities: Basketball L 2, 3, 4; Ensemble 3;

Activities: Dramatic Club 4; Glee Club 3, 4; Play 3; Scrivener 4; Spri-Hian 4.

Glee Club 2, 3, 4; Golf 3, 4; Hockey 2, Captain 4; Hockey Club 2; Orchestra', 2, 3.

EDGAR S. MASSON KATHERINE A. McCARTY

Business

"Eggs"

"Kass"

"As q.uiet as a mouse, yet lh e has plans of highe7' things,'" Activities: Football 2,4.

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Play

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Business

, {'L et me live in a house by the side of the TOad and be a f7'iend to man," Track

Activities: Commercial Club 4; Intramural Baske tball 3, 4; Social Service Club 1.

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WALTER J. McCLEESE "Walt"

VIRGINIA P. MEALING "Ginny"

Business

"E:vel'y man is the al'chitect of his own fOl·tune."

Activities: Baseball 2;

General

"A good wOl'd fOl' all."

Activities: Glee Club 4: Intramural Baseball 4: Intramural Basketball 4: Scrivener 4: Spri-Hian 4.

Commercial Club 4.

CLARK G. MERRILL "Bud"

LILLIAN I. McDEVITT "Lil"

Academic

"Swift to heal', slow to speak, slow to wl·ath."

General

Activities: Basketball I, 2, 3, 4: Class President 2: Class Vice-President I, 3: Football 1, 2, 3, 4: Play 3: Scrivener Assistant Business Manager 4.

"A quiet soul is often a gl'eat blessing," Activities: Glee Club 2,

DOROTHY M. MEYER "Dottie"

MARGARET V. McGARVEY "Peggy"

Business

"Success Cl'OW1VS the effol·ts of the w01,kel',"

General

Activities: Class President I: Class Secretary 3: Commercial Club 2, 3: Glee Club 1, 2, 3, 4: Hockey 2, 3; Play 3; Scrivener Business Manager 4; Student Council 2, 3,

"Quietness is th2 key to success" Activities: Glee Club 4.

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HARRY E. MURPHY

CAROLYN D. MILNE "Sally"

General

"Murph"

Academic

"A wanl1 and 7'eady smile."

"T7'ue natU7'e is exp7'essed by a pleasant smile and good-natu7·edness." .

Activities: Basketball 2, 3, Assistant Mana-, ger 4; Dramatic Club 4; Scrivener 4; ' Spri-Hian I; Stage Crew 3.

Activities: Basketball 1, 2; Commercial Club 4· Glee Club 4; Play Prompter 3; Scrivener 4.

ELLEN · M. NARBEY "EI"

LIDA MORRISON "Lee"

General

"T,he highest deg7'ee of em'thly happiness is quiet."

Academic

"Music has cha7'ms alo.n e f07' peaceful minds."

Activities: Glee Club 3, 4; Library Club 3, 4; Scrivener 4.

Activities: Band 2; Glee Club I, 2, 3, 4; Library Club I, 2, 3, 4; Orchestra I, 2, 3, 4; Play 3; Spri-Hian I, 2, 3, 4.

VARA JEAN NORMAN "Budge"

"Midge"

"J oUy, good-natu7'ed,

Academic

"He7' singulm'ities p7·oceed.he7· good Sen&2."

MARJORIE C. MOYER Academic

mw. full of f1m."

Activities: Dramatic Club 4; Glee Club I, 2, 3, 4; Library Club I, 2, 3, 4; Play Property 3; Play 4; Scrivener 4; Spri-Hian 1, 2,

Activities: Band 4; Cheer Leader 3, 4; Dramatic Club 4; Glee C lub 2, 3, 4; Library Club 3; Orchestra 3, 4; Shop Club I.

3, 4.

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JOSEPH A. NULTY

EDWARD S. PEYTON "Ed"

Business

"Joe"

"Nothing ventUl'ed, nothing lost."

"Where the1'e is music the1'e can be no harm."

Activities: Play 3.

Activities: Baseball 2, 4: Basketball 4; Dramatic Club 4: Glee Club 1, 2, 3, 4: Student Council 4; Track 3, 4; Tribunal 4.

FLORENCE M. RAYMOND "Flossie"

Business

"As quiet as a moul/e."

DORIS OLSEN

Activities: Commercial Glee Club 1, 2, 3,4.

Business

"Dee"

Academic

Club

Secrelary

4: .

"Att1'active, cleve1', capable."

A ctivities: Commercial Club 4; Spri-Hian 4.

MARGARET E. REEDER

Scrivener 4·

"Peg"

DORIS OTT "Shorty"

Academic

"An iJttensity f01' living and a passion f01' acting."

General

Activities: Dramatic Club 4: Glee Club 2, 3, 4: Library Club 1, 2, 3, 4: Play 3, 4; Scrivener 4; Spri-Hian 3, 4.

"She is a winsome, wee thing."

Activities: Glee Club 3, 4.

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MAYNETTE REID "May"

'ROBERT Q. SMITH Business

"Smitty"

"I stand on my own attaimnewt."

Activities: Basketball I, 2, 3, 4; Commercial Club 2, Secretary 3, Vice-President 4; Glee Club I, 3, 4; Hockey I, 2, 3, 4; Hockey Club 2, 3, 4; Studen t Council 2, 3, 4; Tribunal 2, 3, Secretary 4.

Academic

"F01'

,he's a jolly, goo,d fellow."

Activit ies: Stage Crew 3.

GRACE M. SONGSTER DOUGLAS ROBINSON "Duke"

"Grace"

Business

"One w ho nevel' tU1'1ted his back, but mal'ched stl'aight fOl·wal·d."

"So sweet, the blush of bash!,ulness."

Activities: Basketball I, 2, 3, 4; Cross Country I, 2; Football 4; Track 1,2, 3, 4.

Activities: Glee Club 2, 4.

HELEN A. SMITH "Clipper"

General

ROBERT R. STANFIELD

Business "Bob"

" Modesty and humility al'e the so bl'iety of the mind."

General

"Big in statul'2, big in views."

Activities: Basketball I, 2, 3; Commercial 'Club 4; Hockey I, 2, 3, 4; Hockey Club 2, 3, 4; Scrivener 4; Volley Ball 2, 3.

Activities: Baseball 2; Basketball 3; Football 3, 4; Stage Crew 4; Track I, 2, 3, 4.

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JOHN D. STEWART "Jack"

DONALD L. THOMAS Academic

"Don"

General

"Why should the devil have all the good times?"

"'Tis well to be off with the old loves befol'e you stal·t with tilv2 new."

Activities: Basketbali Assistant Manager 4: Cross Country 2, 3: Current Events Club 4: Footbali Manager 2, 4: Scrivener 4: SpriHian I, 4: Stage Crew 3: Track 2, 3, 4.

Activities: Dramatic. Club 4: Football 3, 4: Glee Club I, 2, 3, ( Play 3, 4: Scrivener 4: . Spri-Hian 3: Student Council 3, VicePresident 4: Student Tribunal Chairman 3, 4.

MARJORIE J. STEWART "Marge"

JAMES C. THOMAS

Academic "Judge"

"She can do most evel'ything and do it well."

Activities: Dramatic Club President 4: Glee Club 3, 4: Honor Society: Library Club 3, Vice-President 4: Play 3, 4: Scrivener Editor-in-chief 4: Spri-Hian 3, 4: Student Council 3.

Activities: Basketbali 3: Class President I: Class Treasurer 2: Dramatic Club 4: Footbali I, 2, 3: Play 3, 4: Scrivener 4.

ANNE G. TURNER

S. THEODOSIA STEWART "Dodo"

General

"He is a fool who thinks by fOl'ce 01' skill to tU1'1~ the CU1Tent of a woman's will."

"Screwbali"

Academic

Academic

"Pal·tial to no one, smiles fOl' all."

"With hel' eyes in flood with laughtel·."

Activities: Cheer Leader 2, Club 4: Glee Club 2, 3, I, 2, 3, 4: Orchestra Scrivener 4: Spri-Hian I,

Activities: Ciass Treasurer 4: Dramatic Club Secretary 4: Library Club I, :2, President 3, 4: Orchestra 4: Play 3, 4: Scrivener 4: Spri-Hian I, 2, 3: Student Council 2.

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3, 4: Dramatic 4: Library Club 3, 4: Play 4: 2, 3, 4.

FRANCES J. WHITELEY

EDNA VARGUES "Ed"

Business

"Fran"

"She can be imitated by none, nOl' pamlleled by any but hel'self."

Activities: Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Commercial Club 4; Glee Club I, 2, 3, 4; Hockey 1, 2, 3, 4; Hockey Club I, 2, 3,

Activities: Jr. Varsity Basketball 1, 2; Jr, Varsity Hockey 1; Play 3, 4; Student Council 2,

MARSHALL D. VAUGHTERS "Marshall" Academic

DANIEL N. WOOD

"A man of hope and a fOl'wal'd looking mind."

Activities: Band 4; Glee Club 3, chestra 1, 2, 3, 4; Track 3, 4,

4;

"Bebe"

Academic

"PeTfect simplicity is u'nconsciously audacious."

'Or-

Activities: Spri-Hian 2, 3, 4; 3,

CONRAD T. WALDIE. JR. "Con"

General

"Chal'm, anothel' stepping st01Ye to success."

Academic

Student Council

ELIZABETH E. WOODHEAD

"StiU they gazed and still tllJ2il' wondel' gl'ew, That one small head co,u ld cal'l'y all he knew,"

"Betty"

Business

"Willingness to aid e,veTyone is bhe pl'ime quality of success."

Activities: Baseball I, 2; Basketball 1, 2; Dramatic Club 4; Honor Society 3, 4; Play 3, 4; Scrivener 3; Spri-Hian Editorin-chief 4; Track 3, 4,

Activities: Basketball 2, 3, 4; Commercial Club 2, 3, 4; Glee Club I, 3, 4; Hockey 2, 3, 4; Hockey Club 2, 3, 4.

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CLASS HISTORY In 1935, we, the class of 1939, took upon ourselves the task of carrying on the great traditions of Springfield High School, aided and abetted by our able class advisers, Miss Emma C. Haldeman and Mr. Milton L. Smith.

We elected as class officers: Dorothy Meyer, president; Clark Merrill, vicepresident; Marjor.ie Bjur, secretary; and Dorothy Jones, treasurer. On Student Council we were represented by Doris Merritt, Daniel Ganister, and Edward Carroll.

A few firsts of our freshman year were the Freshman Party at which we danced to recordings and ate light refreshments, the first annual Athletic Association Bazaar, and the Leap Year Dance.

Other important events of that year were the operetta, "Jerry of Jericho Road," given by the glee club under the direction of Miss Rupp; and the junior play, "Second Childhood." Needless to say these were outstanding successes.

Our soph omore year was launched with the election of Clark Merrill, president; Winfield Gallagher, vice-president; Dorothy Jones, secretary; and James Thomas, treasurer. In Student Council we were represented by Maynette Reid, Dorothy Meyer, Frances Whiteley, Theodosia Stewart, and William Stegemerten.

Our successful football season of that year was climaxed on Thanksgiving Day, November twenty-sixth, by our victory over Marple-Newtown. The annual Victory Dance came Thanksgiving night. Sponsored by the seniors, the affair was a scene of gaiety and hilarity.

On the heels of Thanksgiving came the long-awaited Christmas vacation-ten glorious days of rio worry and all play. How we enjoyed it !

But the season of fun was all too short, for early January found us plunged into the horrors of examinations-the first experience of that kind for any members of the class.

January twenty-sixth was the night of the memorable "Mock School Day" sponsored by the Parent-Teachers' Association. Great was our delight as we beheld our parents in the throes of a typical school day.

One month later, February twenty-sixth, was the date of the annual School Bazaar given by .the Athletic Association. Almost the entire school turned out for this evening of fun and frolic. Games, scares, contests, dancing, chances, and refreshments enticed us.

"Captain Kid," the annual operetta presented by the glee club, was the first activity in the spring of our sophomore year. Many of the members of our class were in the cast. Remember the pirates bold and ladies fair of that production?

April first marked the beginning of the survey made by Temple University. During this time the students seemed strangely docile-quiet reigned for several weeks.

All good things must come to. an end, however, and by May thirteenth, when 'the Father and Son Banquet was given, we were back to our usual noisy tempo.

Our year was climaxed by the Soph-Hop, the first social function which we as a class had sponsored. The theme was carnival time-remember the gay flags and balloons? Bob Bennett and his "Swingsters" provided the

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music. Everyone had a grand time. The sophomores were voted . a social success.

Our junior year was next in importance to the auspicious senIor year.

We chose to be led by Daniel Ganister in the office of president, who was assisted by Clark Merrill, vice-president; Edward Carroll, treasurer; and Dorothy Meyer, secretary. .

The first event of the year was the Testimonial Dinner which was tendered Mr. Sabold by the townspeople of Springfield.

The Christmas holidays soon followed, and although we welcomed the vacation, we mourned its brevity.

In February, we happy juniors received our rings. The girls loved theirs (they all bought the boys' style- we can't imagine why) and the boys liked theirs, too- while they had them.

On March fourth and fifth we initiated a new idea in junior plays.

We gave three one-act productions-"The Valiant"-to make us cry; "Command Performance"-to keep us in suspense; and "Uncle George Pops In"-to make us laugh. All were huge successes.

Early in March, five of our most illustrious classmates; Daniel Ganister, Dorothy Jones, Maynette Reid, Dorothy Meyer, and Conrad Waldie; were elected to the Honor Society in a very impressive ceremony. At the same time, Springfield was made a chapter of the National Association.

In April. the annual operetta was presented. "Sons of Kentucky" was an excellent production written by Miss Sanbe and Mr. Von Muller. Many of our class were among those present in the cast.

Early in April came the three precious days when we assumed the rights of seniority, which we celebrated by the hanging of various and sundry crepes and signs in the rooms of the absent seniors.

We shared in the reflected glory of Graduation, enjoyed Class Night nearly as much as the seniors, and then had a marvelous time at the Reception-Dance which we gave the seniors. While the rain tried in vain to dampen our spirits, we danced amid charming garden surroundings.

So the year was finished and we looked forward to our own senior year.

The long-awaited September of 1938 finally rolled around, and we were seniors at last! During the year, three of our mflmbers had the honor of being officers in the Student Council. They were Daniel Ganister, president; Donald Thomas, vice-president; and Dorothy Lentz, secretary. Other representatives were Joseph Nulty, Jane Jackson, and Maynette Reid.

Our class was well led by president, Gordon Blythe; vice-president, Rober.! Ackerman; secretary, Maynette Reid; and treasurer, Theodosia Stewart.

The first senior activity was held on Thanksgiving Day when the annual Thanksgiving Dance was given. As usual the weather conspired against us in the form of snow and ice, but the gaiety at the dance was impervious to the dismal atmosphere without. Ed Hamp and his orchestra provided the music.

To subsidize our treasury, b oth the class and Miss Haldeman were harassed by Christmas card sales.

One of the most important events of the year was the senior production, "Icebound", a Pulitzer prize play by Owen C. Davis, which was given on December ninth and tenth. It was ably coached by Mr. Sheldon Madeira.

Following our departures from comedy in the previous year, "Icebound" was (Continued on Page 76)

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SENIOR WIL'L We, the class of Nineteen Hundred and Thirty-Nine, of Springfield High School, being of more or less sound and disposing mind and body, do make this our last will and testament.

We bequeath as follows: First. To the faculty we leave our sincere appreciation for their patience, and efforts in our behalf.

Second. To our immediate successors, the class of '40, we will our social functions, our gum chewing habits, our originality and scholastic attainments.

We individually award the following: I, ROBERT ACKERMAN, leave my love of arguments to Robert Powell.

I, WARREN ALLEN, bequeath my talent for writing original love stories to Paul Zall.

I, LOIS AMMON, bestow my dimpled chin on Mr. Stephens.

I, ROBERT BACHER, enrich Arthur Rann with my extraordinary vocabulary.

I, LAURA BACHOFER, desire that my love of fishing go to Mary Robinson.

I, THOMAS BAILEY, w ill my mechanical genius to Robert Whitmoyer.

I, ROBERT BARRETT, allocate my coolness of temper to Margaret Tieser.

I, SARAH BEWLEY, share my squeaky shoes with Collie Morris.

I, MARJORIE BJUR, assign my low, soothing voice to William Morgan.

I, GORDON BLYTHE, intend my color taste in clothes for Lloyd Tircuit.

I, ELSIE BORNMAN, transfer my happy experience with animals to Doris Gedney.

I, ROBERT BREHM, endow Brooks Simcox 'with my ability to tell "tall" stories.

I, MARGARET BUEHLER, direct my wellgroomed, curly locks to James Walsh.

I, EDWARD CARROLL, award my dishpan hands a cquired in basketball to Betty Smith.

I, ANNE CONNER, allow the use of my beautiful singing voice (especially my high A's) to Jeanne Strawley.

I, DOROTHY COOPER, decree that David Hamlin shall be the recipient of my perfect attendance record.

I, ALBERT DALTRY, w ish my ability to work on Harry Justison.

I, JACK de FRENES, bequeath my bow lies to Gerald Achtermann.

I, FRED DREW, intend my way w ith women for my brother George.

I, CLIFFORD ECKERD, allow the use of my personal hair tonic by Mr. Stetson.

I, HELEN FISKER, give my emotional stability to Betty Daveler.

I, KATHRYN FITZPATRICK, share my love for the English with the Patterson sisters.

I, WINFIELD GALLAGHER, bestow my fickle nature on Charles Clark.

I, DANIEL GANISTER, delegate my leadership ability to Richard Lentz.

I, RUTH GILLEN, donate my sewing ability to Betty Harris.

I, MARGARET GLOVER, leave my letter writing ability to Helen Boyd.

I, HELEN GRANDHOMME, assign my love of gym classes to Elinor Roche'.

I, HELEN HALBERSTADT, present my varieties of gum to Mr. Madeira.

I, JOHN HASKELL, give my Ford to William Campbell.

I, RICHARD HEFFRON, furnish Vincent Deasey with my love for taking things easy.

I, MARYLOU HEMPLE, dispose of my mathematical ability to William Russell.

I, THOMAS HICKS, will to Philip Bolenbaker my love of a pipe.

I, ALFORD HOFFNER, bestow on Jack Parrish my plaid shirts.

I, ISABEL HOLSCHER, transfer my affection for cliffs to Margaret Carr.

I, JANE JACKSON, donate my long flowing tresses to June Field.

I, ANNA JONES, give my vivacious manner to Peggy Hehman.

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I, JOSEPH NULTY, furnish Elmer Green with my talent for singing.

I, DOROTHY JONES, allocate my reticent nature to Sally Thomas.

I, JASON JONES, permit the usage of my airplanes to Warner Boyer.

I, EDWARD KRAUSS, endow Kenneth Huntsman with my garrulous nature.

I, W ILLIAM KREWSON, assign to William Fulton my witticism.

I, MARY LAIRD, commend the use of liquid lipstick to Margaret Matlack.

I, DOROTHY LENTZ, convey to any junior girls who wish it, my ability to pull fast ones.

1, ANN LOAN, concede the use of my hilarious giggle to Dorothy Rohr.

I, GEORGINA MacCOY, deluge Donald Lungren with my dancing technique.

I, EDGAR MASSON, impart to James Beggs my good a im in dart throw ing.

1, NANCY MAXWELL, confer without hope of any reward my influence on the Student Council to Elaine Brittain.

I, ROSE McCANN , pass on my sports ability to Janice Meredith. r. KATHRYN McCARTY, delegate my affection for Clifton to Charles Messick.

I, WALTER McCLEESE, commend the use of my special hair curlers to William Gilday.

I, LILLIAN McDEVITT, leave behind my friendly attitude to Marion Wass.

1, MARGARET McGARVEY, bestow on Elizabeth Clements my procrastinating talents.

1, VIRGINIA MEALING, donate my autographed jacket to Virginia Clair.

I, CLARK MERRILL, request that my power to attract the deer go to Gibson Battersby.

I, DOROTHY MEYER, concede my special cafeteria service to Mr. R. K. Smith to Jane Gregory.

1, CAROLYN MILNE, bestow on William SockIe my cheerful countenance.

I, LIDA MORRISON, bequeath my radical political viewpoints to Jack Clayton.

I, MARJORIE MOYER, leave behind my twinkling toes to W illiam Burnet.

1, ERNEST MURPHY, endow Walter Maxwell with my ability to take corners well.

1, ELLEN NARBEY, enrich Mr. Emmerling with my wit.

I, VARA JEAN NORMAN, assign my quie t disposition to Dorothy Moffett.

I, DORIS OLSEN, dispose of my Senior Digest toStuart Jones.

I, DORIS OTT, endow Joseph Franks with my size and weight.

I, EDWARD PEYTON, transfer my gliding step to Gordon Stewart.

I, FLORENCE RAYMOND, award my typing ability to Margaret Carlisle.

I, MARGARET REEDER, donate Donald Lungren's loving company to Ruth Sheets.

I, MAYNETTE REID, leave my standing to John Anderson.

scholastic

I, DOUGLAS ROBINSON, share my football prowess with Ward Shead.

I, HELEN SMITH, bestow on Miss Dalton my upswept hair-do.

I, ROBERT SMITH, decree that my excess avoirdupois shall go to Mr. Anderson.

I, GRACE SONGSTER, endow James Kelso w ith my willingness to work.

I, ROBERT STANFIELD, delegate to Fred Sutcliffe my industrial arts technique.

I, JACK STEWART, will my teasing ways to John Seymour.

1, MARJORIE STEWART, leave Dorothy Harris

my superiority in ping pong.

I, THEODOSIA STEWART, leave . . .

I, DONALD THOMAS, intend my ability as a baseball player for any juniors interested. r. JAMES THOMAS, assign my ability to bluff the teachers to Charles Stewart.

I, ANNE TURNER, direct my love of onions and hamburgers to Ruth Clark.

I, EDNA VARGUES, dispose of my secretarial duties for Mr. Beardsley to Jean McKeown.

I, MARSHALL VAUGHTERS, bestow my procrastinating tendencies in English . to Marjorie Underhill.

I, CONRAD WALDIE, allocate my inferiority complex to John Siegle.

I' FRANCIS WHITLEY, enrich Mr. Weaver w ith my dramatic ability.

I, DANIEL WOOD, share my love for chemistry with Blair Moffett.

I, BETTY WOODHEAD, give height to Mr. R. K. Smith.

my

extreme

Duly signed and published as our last will, we, the class lawyers have executed this our final testament.

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PLEASANT RECOLLECTIONS It is said that we forget approximately sixty per cent of that which we learn. If this is true, do you recall: The boys not asking girls to go to dances?

The junior girls regretfully bidding good-bye to the senior boys?

When a certain girl was married?

Frances Whiteley's explanation of "The Bride of Night:' to Mr. Madeira?

Some of the senior play cast wiling away Friday afternoon in the movies?

Al Daltry having a good time bribing people?

When Jack Stewart wasn't falling in and out of love?

When Anne Conner became interested in Swarthmore?

Don having indigestion every day in order to sit with Peggy Reeder at the lunch table?

Al Hoffner having to lead assembly two weeks in succession?

Dodo Stewart playing "Bingo" in Algebra class?

Edward Peyton's interes.t in certain blondes?

When Jane Jackson had a flare for "Thomases"?

Bud Merrill's real redhead?

Helen Halberstadt playing chauffeur for a certain senior?

When the junior play affected the history marks?

Conrad Waldie not being the most talkative boy in the class?

When Bob Ackerman had his Kiwanis medal for a day?

When Nancy Maxwell's picture was almost bought by two boys?

Helen Grandhomme becoming sentimental and writing poetry?

Katherine McCarty's efficient service during the Senior Dinner?

When the present seniors sent a telegram to last year's seniors?

Gordon Blythe's "fall" for the first time?

Dot Cooper sitting out in front of the school every morning before school?

Vara Jean Norman spending most of her time in the"dog house"?

Bob Bacher crooning love ditties to those who would listen?

Beebe Gallagher having girl in Swarthmore, Springfield, Morton, etc.

When we, the juniors, were proud seniors for three days?

Thomas Bailey's boast that he wished he had a penny for every girl he'd kissed? (What could Tom do? Probably buy a few sticks of chewing gum,) Bob Barrett sleeping in World History class?

When Bob Brehm was "sniffling Orin"?

When Cliff Eckerd liked "Belles"?

When Isabel Holscher liked "Cliffs"?

Tom Hicks robbing the "cradle"?

When Dan Ganister's Saturday nites weren't occupied?

Ed Carroll hobbling around on crutches?

Johnny Haskell being general chouffeur?

When Jack de Frenes went with a last year's senior?

The poems for senior English class?

When Fred Drew walked around with Betty Kopp?

Jasie Jones sending love letters?

Ed Masson liking to roller skate on Powell road?

Ernest Murphy's gym pants?

Helen Fisker not "two-timing"?

Elsie Bornman meeting a skunk on her way home from Orchard Road?

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Ruth Gillen's chemistry experiments?

Jim Thomas not liking redheads?

The time Peggy Buehler didn't like to argue?

When Ed Kraus::! "trucked" down to Virginia?

Joe Nulty's voice cracking while singing in assembly?

Duke Robinson going each Saturday night to Philadelphia?

When Bob Smith didn't like to eat?

Dick Heffron's romances?

Walter McCleese's membership in the Cavalier's Club?

When Don Thomas aspired to be an author but . later changed his mind to that of an architect?

When Lois Ammon came to school on time?

Marylou Hemple liking the "Shade"?

Kmhryn Fitzpatrick's interest in the B::metts of Springfield Road?

Marshall Vaughters penchant for the clarinet?

Bob Stanfield making a silver teapot for Mrs. Kauffman?

Sarah Bewley, Anna Jones, Lillian McDevitt, and Laura Bachofer spending their lunch periods in the boiler room?

Marjorie Bjur liking the "Long" way home?

Peggy Glover starting to fill her hope chest?

When Dorothy Jones was not achieving high marks.

Mary Laird becoming interested in Germantown?

When Ann Loan was not in Villanova?

Georgina MacCoy always being on her toes?

Miss Haldeman being stuck with the same class for four years?

When Rose McCann never gave up till the ref's whistle blew?

Vir<Jinia Mealing's b<;:lSS voice?

Peggy McGarvey being interested in a peanut vendor?

Dot Meyer having the business manager's worries?

Carolyn Milne preferring Philadelphia to Springfield?

Lida Morrison's political ideas?

When Marjorie Moyer got the lead in the operetta?

Ellen Narbey's sense of humor?

Maynette Reid's and Betty Woodhead's double dates?

Doris Olsen and the Senior Digest?

Doris Ott's height?

Helen Smith distributing horseback riding tickets?

Grace Songster going to the Penn A. C.?

Florence Raymond faithfully working for the Scrivener?

Marjorie Stewart liking Frankenstein?

Edna Vargues favoring Prospect Park?

When Anne Turner had hysterics durinq the senior play?

Warren Allen first driving the car?

'Nilliam Krewson's date at Washinglon?

Don Wood having a perfect record of attendance?

Anything else memorable about the seniors?

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WASHINGTON TRIP Our trip to Washington started with a brilliant send-off. The whole town turned out to send us merrily on our way. The skies were clear and the sun was doing its best to stay out. The weather during the whole trip was ideal, warm, and sunny.

The first stop was at Conowingo Dam where "Aunt Bessie" Sanbe renewed her acquaintance with some of the employees of the dam. We all saw her talking with those men, and not knowing that she knew them, well, we just wondered who they were! Everything was all right, though, and we left after many pictures were taken of the outside of the dam.

We were half starved by the time we reached the hotel, but we had to wait to check in, get our rooms, wash up, etc., before we rushed to the dining room. It wasn't much of a rush, really, the class behaved very well. The girls ate together and the boys ate together. But after the ice was broken and the shyness (imagine seniors being shy!) wore off, some of the boys asked the girls to do them the honor of eating with them'.

We visited Mt. Vernon, Arlington and Ft. Meyer the first afternoon.

That evening we went to the movies and saw Kay Kyser at the Earle.

Conrad Waldie and Bud Merrill seemed to monopolize Betty Woodhead and Maynette Reid so much that- well after a while' the glamor, either way you wish to take it-wore off, and the next thing we knew, the boys were alone and Betty and Maynette were with Edgar Masson and Ed Carroll, respectively.

Peggy Glover really "did all right by her Charles" as she didn't take a date the whole time we were on our glorious trip. Boy, it must be serious!

Though I'll confess, I thought there was sort of an "understanding" of a date with Joe Nulty on our free night. But then, Joe had dates with about three or four girls for that same night. But those girls, gentleman like, all stepped aside when they saw Midge Moyer was so hot on the chase.

Talk about on the chase (meow, meow,) Dotty Cooper certainly was in all her glory. Let's see if I can get this straight. Going down she was with Jack. Monday night, Bob Stanfield; Tuesday night, Bob again (you're sure doing a rushin' business, Bob). But after he left her in the lobby, there was just time for one dance with one of the "Texans". The rest of the time they sat it out. "Benny" de Frenes helped supply the music to which they "sat out". Bravo, Jack! Well, need I give you further proof of Dotty's popularity with the stronger sex except to say that she got a long distance 'phone call, a special delivery letter, a telegram, and a visitor in the upper halls? Oh, yes, Bob Stanfield's shoulder was sufficiently comfortable to lean on coming home in the bus, if you catch what I mean?

I suppose someday after Bob Ackerman has read a few more etiquette books, one in particular recommended by Mr. Anderson, "How to Behave on a Date," he will learn that one does not fall asleep when one has taken

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one's girl friend to the movies. One does not fall asleep as Robert Ackerman did on Tuesday night when he took Vara Jean Norman out. And when one is sixteen, it is time, too, for one to put away childish tricks, such as smoking pipes that blow up. And one does not steal another's time by sitting on the seat with this other boy's girl.

Betty Woodhead, Bud Merrill did look just too cute for words when he was sleeping on your shoulder in the bus when we were going to the hotel for lunch on Tuesday morning. But then, he looked cute, too, in the bus with Marjorie Bjur coming home on Wednesday night. Conrad honored himself by sitting with Elsie Bornman.

There is so much more to tell-we know what the girls have to say about the female house detective who kept us in our beds all the night.

Yeh, kept us in our beds. Few of them slept many hours that night. That was the queerest night, and the morning after was even worse. Many of us hopped in a taxi to go bicycling, while the more ambitious ones took a long walk before breakfast.

We certainly were kept on the go that day-the Washington Monument, which the more ambitious ones walked up, the Pan-American Building, The F. B. I., Printing and Engraving Building, The Supreme Court Building, the CapitoL and the Congressional Library-which meant a lot of tramp, tramp, tramping around. We were thrilled to meet Senator Davis and to listen to the short little greeting he gave us. It was interesting to observe the procedure of Congress and the House. Unfortunately we didn't see a fight. We were good and tired by the time we reached the Francisan Monastery and did not mind keeping quiet while there. We saw the outside of ma ny of the Foreign Embassies, and when we passed the Japanese Embassy, it got many ill-mannered boos.

The boys had a hard time keeping out of the way of the house detective on the second floor; in fact, fourteen of them were not sly enough, they were sent down in the lobby until the wee hours of the A. M. But they seemed to enjoy their visit down there, because the next night they were just as noisy as the first one.

We experienced the rare pleasure of watching the changing of the guards at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Many cameras were clicking in those few minutes. At Annapolis we watched a full dress drill-the girls were tickled pink to see all those dandy uniforms, but there was not enough time to "make time".

We had a regular home coming-all that we lacked was the traditional brass band. But there was plenty of noise without that.

Oh, well, it's all over now- -"the Song is Ended But the Melody Lingers On".

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Reading top to bottom, first column : A veritable fairy land; Changing of the guard at the tomb of the Unknown Soldier; Tidal Basin surrounded by Japanese Cherry trees.

Center column: The home of the Falher of Our Country; Springfield's home while in Washington-the New Colonial; Overlooking the maul from the Washington Monument.

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Third column: The nationc;d shrine-our Capitol; The towering memorial to Washington; Annapolis on parade. for an inspection.

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ICEBOUND The class of 1939, on the nights of December ninth and tenth presented to very appreciative audiences, "Icebound," a Pulitzer prize drama.

The story was centered around Ben (Don Thomas), the wayward brother of the Jordon family; and Jane Crosby (Theodosia Stewart and Frances Whiteley), a servant, who were both great favorites of the mother of the family. As the mother lay dying up-stairs, a bitter scene of jealousy was being enacted by her sons and daughters in the parlor. Henry Jordan (Conrad Waldie) an older brother of Ben, , Emma (Marjorie Stewart) the wife of Henry, and Nettie (Helen Fisker) the daughter of Emma by her first marriage, had only hatred in their hearts for Ben as did Ella (Margaret Reeder), the unmarried sister, and Sadie Fellows, once Sadie Jordon (Vara Jean Norman). The heavy drama was occasionally relieved by the candid remarks of Sadie and Orin (Robert Brehm) her young son.

In the meantime word had come of the death of the old mother.

Immediately Judge Bradford (Jim Thomas) made known the will of old Mrs. Jordon.

She had left everything to Jane Crosby.

During one of the scenes, Jim Jay (Bill Krewson) came to take Ben to prison. However, Ben was allowed to go free, but under certain ' conditions; he was to do as Jane told him. In this way Jane helped Ben to gain back his self-respect.

The last scene was a h appy one.

Jane told Ben of the letter left to her by the mother in which the latter said that she h oped Jane would eventually marry Ben. Anticipating this end, the mother had left her money to the girl in trust for Ben. After the tender 'love scene was enacted, the curtain fell.

During rehearsals, much fun was had by all. Between Warren Allen's line, "Who's in charge here?", half

PLAY LEADS- Sea ted: Mr. Madeira, Director; F. Whiteley, T. Stewart, D. Thomas. Standing: C. Waldie, M. Stewart, J. Thomas.

SUPPORTING CAST-Seated: A. Turner, H. Fisker, V. J, Norman, M. Reeder. Standing: W . Krewson, W. Allen, R. Brehm.

sobbingly spoken and Bob Brehm's sniffling, who could help but enjoy it? Contrasted to Peg Reeder, who knew her lines many weeks before the performance, was Vara Jean Norman, who didn't know hers until the last minute. Of course this was a source of worry to Mr. Madeira to whom much credit is due for his superb coaching of the play. Because of his patient efforts, the play met with great acclaim.

In addition to those in the fine dramatization, the people who served from behind the scenes aided in the successful production of "ICEBOUND."

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Underclasses Do you remember faces? You may remember several, but isn't it true that some features of particular people actually dwell upon your mind? Whether you enter Springfield High at the beginning of the seventh year, or whether you return in successive years, new faces undoubtedly greet you at the commencement of the term. Some few students may even matriculate in the progress of a semester. These people must have left some impression with the student body and administrative force.

Suppose the student transfers from another school. Immediately his new classmates will look him over, talk about him, and possibly laugh at him. These new acquaintances will accept him at his . face value, regardless of what standing

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he may have attained and enjoyed in his previous Alma Mater. He may have to prove his varied abilities. While doing this, which of his new friends will lend a helping hand? He will probably be shown about by one of them, but most likely his guide, too, will want to know him better before he will form a lasting tie of friendship. Only then will he be able to cast aside first impressions for a strong bond of companionship.

As a newcomer, it is quite natural that he must fall back upon memories for companionship. In proving himself, he must be willing to start in the rear guard of those school functions to which he believes himself capable of contributing worthy service. Friendships and associations are thus founded which link with the person's personality and twine them-

selves into the school's memory. There they will remain long after commencement. Faces may undergo great changes; still first impressions will remain.

The seniors of the Class of 1939 next year will enter the chaotic world to further their education or to obtain their livelihood. There, as in high school, will they meet new faces, and then also will they be judged. Mainly then will they . feel the need of companionship, whether memorial or¡ personal.

In the years to come, the present seniors will be replaced by other seniors; their successors too, will feel the need of companionship.

To keep the warmth of friendship which they knew as they progressed from embryonic students to seniors in Springfield High is the aim of this pictorial journal.

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(These expressions are principally song titles). Reading left to right: Mr. Milne-"The Keeper of the Keys"; Mr. Schopf-"Hail! Hail! Hail! The Gang's All Here"; Mr. Beardsley and W . Otton-"We're Running Wild." Center: Mr. Bachofer- "Boiler-room Bill"; Study Hall- "Deep in a

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Track Team-"Come on, you Springfield men.

Bottom: G. Blythe- "It ain't whatcha do, it's the way thatcha do it"; Study Hall-"Happy am I"; Operetta-"Three little words."

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Reading Left to Right-Top: Wash ingtonites-"You must have been beautiful babies, but . . . "; M. Hemple and Mr. Smith-"Just a Gigilo"; Washington Chaperons-"Pals."

Center: W. Gallagher and H. Fisker-"Hold Tight"; Grey-

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hound Bus- "Get out of town"; Washington at 4 A. M.-"Got to get some shut-eye." Bottom: E. Carroll and W . McCleese"Smoke gets in our eyes"; Jack, Miss Sanbe, Governor-"We have our wives , bu t, oh , you Sanbe"; M. Stewart-"Shocking."

ELEVENTH GRADE SECTION ONE First Row: M. Carr, E. Brittain, E. Broomall, E. Clement, G. Gibson, D. Harris , M. Came , J. Gre gory, M. Griffith, H. Boyd.

Second Row: 1. Herley , J. Barrett, J. Clay ton, W. Fulton, V. Deasey, S. Jones , P. Bolenbaker, W. Gilday.

Third Row: K. Huntsman, W. Daily, J. Frank, J. Beggs, G. Ach termann, 1. Beary, 1. Hehman.

Fourth Row : Mr. Stetson, J. Anderson, W. Boyer, D. Hamlin, E. Green.

SECTION TWO First Row: D. Gedney, P. Shive, E. Roche, C. Morris, D. Rohr, 1. Lawrence, D. Kopp, S. Thomas, E. .Smith, R. Sheets, M. Tieser. .

Second Row: J. MacCoy, J. Kelso, R. Powell, D. Holahan, W . Maher, M. Matlack, G. Maher, R. Wright, C. McGarvey, E. Rocap.

Third Row: W. Sprengel, D. Lungren, W. Russell, AI Rann, R. Lentz, W .

Morgan, W. Sockle , B. Moffe tt Fourth Row: J Songster, P. Zall, Mr. Weaver.

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Elev'enth Grade Captures·High Honors The class of 1940 launched ' the ship "S. H. S. Junior" in September 1938, by electing a new class adviser to take the place of the newly-wed Miss Ruth Mathiot who is now residing in Lancaster. We elected Miss Rebecca V. Rupp, vocal instructor in the High School and supervisor of music in Central School to fill the vacancy. She, with Mr. Dean T. Stephens, ably guided us through this year.

We chose as class officers: Charles Stewart, president; Gerald Achtermann, vice-president; Helen Boyd, secretary; and Kenneth Huntsman, treasurer.

The Dramatic Club was started this year ·with many members of our class participating in the one-act plays given by the club for assembly and exchange programs. Will anyone forget Dorothy Harris' portrayal of the vamp, Mrs. Pencil, or William Morgan's frantic characterization of the director-playwright, Sud, in "The Pot Boiler"?

Sports came next. Many of us were fighting for our Alma Mater. In basketball "Little John" Clayton so distinguished himself that the team has honored his valuable playing by electing him captain of the coming year's squad. In footbalL too, Gerald Achtermann and Richard Lentz handled the ball ably. With the coming season we will have many capable veterans, each of which will captain one of · the scheduled games. Not only in boys' sports has our class shown aptitude, but also in girls' basketball and hockey.

Our first social event, incidentally the first of its kind in the school, was the Barn Dance, given soon after mid-term

examinations.

Even the sophisticated seniors romped in the virginia reels and square dances to the music of Chris Sanderson and his hill-billy band. But the next day! Everyone struggled to get the hay out of his throat and the sleep out of his eyes. Remember the old saddles, the crepe paper decorations, the signs, . such as "No Sparking in the Hay," and the queer costumes of some of our members, n~t to mention those of the faculty.

After ' this rollicking night of fun, we all tried to save our money which had nearly vanished up till then. Our first expenditure was for the new school jackets of blue and gold trimmings and our cougar insignia.

Almost simultaneously with this expenditure, came that for our class rings.

On March thirty-first . and April first came another success, "Harmony Hall," in which Sallie Thomas, Doris Gedney, William Russell, John Clayton, and Bill Morgan had parts. Ma!)y others blended their voices in the chorus or donned tap shoes.

The uneventfulness of the rest of the year was not broken until June came with its pleasures and pains. First, the exams. Then on a summery night · we sent the seniors into the world with the never-to-be~.~orgotten Junior-Senior Reception. ; ".p

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Tenth Grade Has Large Enrollment In September 1938 entered a cosmopolitian class, that of '41. Swooping down upon the east wing of our Alma Mater, we took charge of rooms three, four, and five and used them as the home base for all our activities.

To guide us in our class activities we elected Minnie Wilson, president; Millard Beatty, vice-president; Margaret McCarty, secretary; and Margaret Compton, treasurer.

The football squad began to take form, and in its midst were several of our boys; among them was "Reds" Walsh who made the varsity. .

About this time the realization began coming to us that to learn is to study, and to study is to work. This idea of studying struck a very tender spot in our self assurity. Just how much studying is necessary to be able to know whether Caesar was a Russian or an Egyptian, we soon found out, and the answer proved that our mqximum of application equaled the minimum of that required.

Basketball season followed the finish

of football. The turnout of our class for this sport was enthusiastic and plentiful.

The junior varsity was composed mainly of our sport-minded classmates.

A short time after this a shadow began to loom up in our celestial path. Its identity could not be hidden; exams were just around the corner. This year there were no exemptions, and therefore several students began to realize the necessity and labor of cramming.

In the spring came the buds, beaux, and beauty. Accompanying these was the annual Soph Hop. With the aid of our supervisors, Mr. R. K. Smith, Miss E. Sanbe, and Mr. J. Weaver, and the class interest this affair was a complete success.

As spring advanced, also did the track team, aided by many of our fellows.

Toward the end of this semester there came a recurrence of that old shadow.

After struggling through these final exams, the sentence imposed was heartily accepted, three months of hard pleasure in the summer sunshine.

SECTION THREE First Row: F. Came, V. Clair, . E. Harris, B. Griffith, M. Complon, R. Cassel, J. Field, N. Brown, G. Duck, E. Eckerd, M. Carlisle.

Second Row: W. Harer, H. Hinchcliffe, G. Battersby, J. Ebenbach, B. Fullmer, I. Hansen, M. Conner, R. Friend, C. Herley.

Third Row: Mr. R K. Smith, G. Drew, W. Burnet, W. Campbell, M. Beatty, G. Clair.

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TENTH GRADE SECTION ONE First Row: M. McCarty, N. Lose, F. Ludman, M. Matlack, Miss Bastian, M. Robinson, H. Scull, E. Longhurst, F. Sheaffer, M. McCann.

Second Row: C. Messick, T. Sappington, K. MacGrath, J. McKeown, D. Moffett, J. Meredith, G. Rand, J. Seymour, W. Maxwell.

Third Row: J. Rutherford, R. Mackenzie, W. Miller, R. Schmidt, J. O tton, J. Parrish, J. Nemeth, E. Maginnis.

SECTION TWO First Row: J. Tallman, M. Wilson , C. Va n Lew, L. Sibley, Mr. Stephens , W. Shead, M. Underhill, I. Smith, A. Yochum, J. Wieder.

Second Row: J. Siegle, S. Waterman, E. Daveler, G. Simons, D. Carlisle, R. Whitmoyer.

Third Row: B. Simcox, J. Shea, L. Tircuit, J. Frank, R. Wynne, J. Holscher.

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NINTH GRADE SECTION ONE First Row: J Bateman, M. Miethke, A. Green, E. Perimian, M. Shuebrook, M. J. Wright, D. Taylor, W. Scott, H. Smith, D. Fullmer, J. Smith.

Second Row: J. McPhillips, H. Kopp, E. Groce, A. Bjur, C. Boyd, L. Bornman, E. Fredricks, C. Green, D. Snyder.

Third Row: H. Krauss, S. Redmond, S. Vaughters, L. Detz, G. Tallman, C. Eggleston, Mr. Anderson, Walter Kauffman.

SECTION TWO First Row : E. Whitmoyer, J. Strawley, E. Wilson, J. Waldie, N. Russell, Miss Berry, G . Shelton, C. Simmonds, E. Baxter, J. Alexander, J. Kilgore.

Second Row: D. Evans, R. Korn, R. Saunders, J. Anderer, S. Tieser, B. J. Graeber, M. Graff, R. Rigg, E. Colborn, E. Ferguson.

Third Row; J. Geniesse, J. Morgan, F. Sutcliffe, W. Caulkins, G. Bleecker, A. Siegle, W. Skinner.

Fourth Row: R. Hancock, J. Talbot, C. Clark, G. Stewart, R. Perley, W. Turner, T. Rile, F. Jordon.

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Ninth .Grade Enrollment Active We began the third year of our six year voyage across the sea of knowledge with the help of our navigators, Miss Berry and Mr. .Anderson, two new, but fine captains.

We started our adventure in an unfamiliar sea to which we soon grew accustomed, although the waters were troubled at the beginning. This unsettledness cleared. Nevertheless, the course proved very difficult at times. Soon we began to like the atmosphere. Our passport list has been steadily increasing since its inception. On previous voyages we had sixty-four and fifty-eight adventurers respectively.

We finally have booked sixty-nine passengers to speed the choppy waters of inexperience.

The activities aboard ship commenced when we all launched as club members.

It was found that the Glee Club was most popular, with the Movie and Current Events clubs running it a close second and third.

Those who were athletically minded tried out for football or hockey. There were nine junior high men on the football squad, out of which all but two received letters. As for the feminine side there were three regulars and nine substitutes on the hockey team.

Basketball was the next sport on the athletic calendar. ' The girls' and boys' intramurals were played. Twenty-three boys were out for participation in boys' basketball; they were exceeded by six twirlers in our girls' class games.

While sports took up our recreational hours before dinner, we occasionally felt the need of some social diversions after that favorite pastime. One of these was

the ninth ¡grade Hallowe'en Dance on October twenty-seventh. A good time?

That hardly expresses it! Our stewards capably prepared food (of which there was an abundance) so that it touched the spot after we had been dancing and playing games. Was there ever such a night? We hardly think so.

Among our other interesting diversions was a trip to Overbrook School for the Blind, more properly called "The Pennsylvania Institution for the Instruction of the Blind." Most of us had heard of it, but few had ever been there. The visit proved to be interesting as well as educational, for we noticed the blind children roller skating, running, adeptly playing the pianos, and doing novel handwork.

As you propably know, all the children are given a two-fold training. They are taught to read Braille, so-called for the man who invented it, which consists of punching data in heavy paper that is read by the fingers. In addition to reading, they are taught to do some profitable labor which will later serve, after they have left the school, as a means of earning a livelihood. Frequently the industry they learn is either to cane chairs or to tune pianos.

We all hope for a successful end to our journey without any casualties. We also look forward to those coming years when we shall at last come to port.

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The Eighth Grade Review The eighth grade of the year 1938-39 is well-known throughout the school for its activities in both social and sporting events.

The school year opened with everyone thinking about football. When Mr. Schopf issued a call for candidates, the following coys came from the eighth grade: Frank Reinauer, John Patterson, Joseph Hinchcliffe, Norris Rumsey, Edgar Gilday, Edward Cole, William Smedley, Richard Moorhouse, Joseph Alexander, Kenneth Reeps, James Bolton, Robert Ludman, and William Otton. Of these, the first seven mentioned received letters; Moorhouse, Alexander, Ludman, and Otton earned numerals.

After helping to complete a fairly successful season in football, the eighth grade boys looked forward to the coming sport, basketball. Instead of having a varsity team as in previous years, it was decided that we should have interclass competition. The teams and captains chosen were as follows: Army, John Patterson; Navy, Norris Rumsey; Colgate, Thomas McGrath; Dartmouth, Frank Reinauer; and Columbia, Joseph Hinchcliffe. For each game won, a team received two points; for

each tie game, one point; and for each game lost none. Army won the league with twelve points, Columbia came second with eleven points, and Navy' was third with ten points. .

When the boys' games were almost completed, girls' interclass basketball teams were organized. The teams and captains were as follows: Hillbillies, Betty Kopp; West Point, Peggy Hehman; Columbia, Nadia Slack; Hood, Marilyn Borgh; Duke, Marie Rawlings; Notre Dame, Marilyn Tircuit; Beaver, Janet McBride; Mountaineers, Jane Baker; Whistling Arrows, Isabelle Woodhead; and Annapolis, Norma Lurwick. The season seemed to favor Duke's team.

As an eighth grade social activity this year, a party was given by the Junior Student Council in October. Everyone that attended enjoyed it very much.

Officials were elected in each class to direct the homeroom meetings on Monday afternoons: In these meetings, citizenship and various other subjects were discussed.

The eighth grade is slowly, but surely, increasing in all of its activities, and is proud to be a class of the Springfield High School.

SECTION THREE First Row: E. Narbey, N. Lurwick, J. Kirk, M. Rawlings, V. Hurst, J. Kellett, M. Downes, E. Griffith, M. Hehman, V. Shaw, V. Miethke.

Second Row: C. Detz, D. Miller, B. Bjur, M. Tircuit, J. Porter, E. Wilson, E. Holscher, M. Borgh.

Third Row: W. Yenney, R. Spellman, D. Geniesse, H. Haabestad, N. Rumsey, R. Taber, ~. deMartino, J. Alexander, R. Walton, J. Bolton.

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EIGHTH GRADE SECTION ONE First Row: B. Smith, K. Morris, B. Burnley, E. M. Palterson, l. Woodhead, W. Smedley, N. Gildner, J. McBride, O. Reese, J. Woodhead, S. Carr, J. Loan.

Second Row: J. Peeples, J. Turner, C. Conner, R. Bryan, T. MacGrath, G. Bradley, T. Bateman.

Third Row: H. Swing, J. Hendren, J. Taylor, P. Hewitt, F. Reinauer, W. Olton, C. Worrilow.

Fourth Row: J. Calder, F. Carlson, J. Palterson.

SECTION TWO First Row: C. Boyer, N. Slack, J. Montgomery, R. Ludman, Mr. Emmerling, E. Cole, D. Eschbach, P. Lose, J. Baker.

Second Row: J. Stewart, E. Gilday, R. Moorhouse, A. Mackey, E. Kopp, M. Palterson, H. Hough , J. Sheaffer, D. Taylor.

Third Row: K. Reeps, J. Hinchcliffe, H. McKay.

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SEVENTH GRADE SECTION ONE First Row : E. Baxter, S. Blackley, ' J. Bates, J. Corriston, F. Vargues, R. Richardson, G. Brodhead, E. Hurst, C. Gilday.

Second Row: Mr. Beardsley, R. Alexander, W. Burnet, 1. Bach, W. Hope, R. Clifton, W. McCullough, G. Hayes, 1. McLeod,. W . Hewitt.

SECTION TWO First Row: M. Aristotile, 1. Walkup, P. Thomas, M. Henry, A. Scott, R. Lowrie, C. Ott, G. Puliti, M. Tallman, M. Kelso, M. Scull. .

Second Row: B. Harlan, H. Hesse, E. Shook, .R. Cheyney, W. Smith, H. Evans, E. Sheaffer, S. Shuebrook.

Third Row: W. Lilley, D. Deakyne, D. McKay, F. Willits, R. Wentzel, R. Laird, W. Walsh, R. Thomas.

Fourth Row: Mr. Schopf.

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Springfield High School Learning Materials Center

Embryonic Beginnings We had all been longing for the beginning of schOol, for it was a new adventure for us.

Elbowing our way through crowds of people, we walked fearfully into the building. At first we felt very proud of ourselves, but that feeling soon vanished as we stood in the front hall. Everywhere people were talking, laughing, and as we were doing, looking. Some kind person told us to go to the basement where we would find our homerooms.

When we reached our rooms we saw some of our old friends already seated.

-Then we tested the desks gingerly for size and settled down for whatever was to come. Then a bell rang and the pupils of the three rooms sat rigidly at attention like an army waiting for the next command.

As school progressed, we learned to take the seniors' disdainful glances and remarks about the "babies". At first it was hard for us to get used to no recess, shorter lunch periods, and men teachers.

We elected class officers. Lois Moran was chosen president of seven A; William Smith, of seven B; and Franklin Vargues, of seven C. The Student Council representatives were John Corriston and Ruth Richardson from seven C; Roy Lowrie from seven B; Frances Reid, Frank Hendrickson, and Anna Warburton

from seven A. We had several parties and even attended the Junior Student Council Dance which was held on January twelfth. A Barn Dance was given by the juniors, which only a few seventh graders attended. The senior school poked fun at our parties; so we lived apart in our seventh grade world.

About the first of October we had the opportunity of showing the senior school what good we actually were, and we did so by being the first class to get one hundred per cent for the Athletic Association ticket drive.

We didn't stop there, however, but kept right on with our good w ork in the White Christmas and the United Campaign, to which we gave more than eight dollars.

Then came examinations. With fear and trembling we eagerly awaited the exemption list.

After exams, time seemed to fly. The April Dance came, and many of us attended.

The year has been full of lessons, parties, sports, and competitions. It is with light hearts that we welcome the summer vacation and the new school year which follows when we can return to the High School and initiate the new arrivals from Central School who will worry to adjust themselves as we did.

SECTION THREE First Row: E. McDowell, P. Lowe, V. Siegle, F. Reid, L. Moran, Miss McNiel, A. Warburton, A . Wilson, R. Zachow, J. Shenberger, A. L. Matthewson.

Second Row: E. Anderson, M. Korn, E. Nemeth, J. Iliff, V. Foster, D. Kiely, M. Beck, J. Simmonds, L. Blackley, J. Cassel, H. Hill, L. Meyers.

Third Row: H. Eby, R. Patton, F. Hendrickson, S. Dunlap, D. Merwin, D. Christopher, D. Seymour, T. Whitmoyer.

Fourth Row: Hogg.

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PREPARE FOR SERVICE As is the case in . every walk of life, "All work and no play . makes Jack a dull boy." Recognizing this fact, Springfield has made it her policy to include sufficient relaxation in its program.

Through years of tradition and experimentation, extra-curricular activities have become a vital factor in the school's pattern. They have been acclaimed not only as entertainment, but as a necessity to the students. Their most important asset is the social relationship they teach the students. Varied activities provide a pleasant diversion for the students and at the same time give them splendid lessons in cooperation and good fellowship and open vistas of knowledge through the hand of experience.

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quires fine understanding between the students and the faculty advisers, as a basis for growth and further development.

Many cases have arisen in which friction between these two factions destroyed the possible accomplishments which that particular club or project had contemplated. Such existing conditioris are detrimental to school life as a whole. Extracurricular functions are so interwoven with the regular school curriculum as to make certain aspects of each applicable to the other. Thus it is imperative that amiability prevails in the scope of the extra-curricula, in this manner paving the way for friendly relations throughout the school in its entirety. We of Springfield believe we have attained this standard.

Progress in the school is marked by a gradual augmentation of the daily program with the extra-curricular. The music departments boast a new male ensemble and a recently organized band. In the

past four years a library club has flourished under excellent leadership. The founding of this organization was predicated by a suggestion on the part of the students, thus emphasizing the aroused interest in optional activities.

The newly-created Senior Dramatic Club is rapidly gaining prestige due to the success of its several productions.

Not only is there an increase in the number of activities, but also there is a steadily-mounting membership in each organization, even though the enrollment of the school has stayed comparatively the same. The response to appeals for members is often larger than the number able to be absorbed, and an influx of recruits has to be turned away. Such is the spirit with which the extra-curricula are accepted. Thus it may be ascertained that non-required activities demand and are given an important position in the routine of the school.

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Courage Wins on the Gridiron "

Fred Drew Gordon Blythe Gerald Achtermann Richard Lentz Daniel Ganister Edgar Masson Clark Merrill Robert Ackerman Robert Stanfield Blair Moffett Robert Barrett

As the vacation months bobbed along on our calendar, September 'loomed along with many candidates ready to harden up for the onslaught. The boom of the heavy punts, the shrill bark of the quarterback as he called the signals, Coach Emmerling's sharp whistle- well, these announced the opening of another football season.

Several weeks of intensive practice which included a scrimmage with Lansdowne put us in good form for the scheduled games.

Springfield played its opening game on October seventh against Yeadon who had played twice before meeting us.

Springfield decided to receive, and it took the Blue and Gold warriors only three plays before a short pass over the center of the line to "Little John", .the quarterback, resulted in a touchdown. The score after about three minutes of play stood Springfield 6, Yeadon O. The score remained the same until the end of the second quarter when Yeadon went around the left end to make a touchdown. The score was then tied, 6 to 6. Yeadon's courage led them to another touchdown just before the game ended. Springfield tried to rally, but in vain, and Yeadon won this thrilling contest, 12 to 6.

The next game on the Blue and Gold's schedule was Swarthmore. Springfield was very much the underdog in this contest because of its previous showing and Swarthmore's highly experienced team. Springfield lost this game, 20 to O. The team then practiced very hard, for the next opponent on the schedule was Nether Providence who had a highly rated eleven which had won all their previous games. It looked bad for Springfield who had lost both of their contests with former opponents. The game started with Springfield kicking to their opponents. With a lingering memory of a last minute defeat administered them by Springfield the year before, Nether Providence threw up a staunch defense. The game continued scoreless until the beginning of the third quarter when Nether Providence blocked the punt of Springfield's great tackle Blythe. The score, which was then 6 to 0 in favor of the visiting eleven, stayed there until the end of the third quarter when Nether Providence again blocked a punt of Blythe's to make a touchdown; they failed to convert the extra point. Springfield's team was then disheartened by this, and Nether Providence quickly made another touchdown. Bobby Barrett, a flashy backfield of the Springfield team, made the only touchdown for his team as they lost this heart breaking contest, 19 to 6.

On Saturday, October twentieth, Springfield's team visited Sharon HilL determined to add a win to their credit. Springfield made the first touchdown when Robinson, a halfback, kicked to the Sharon Hill safety man. The safety man couldn't handle the punt and tracked it. Barrett, one of the fastest men of the team, raced down and recovered the fumble. The

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VARSITY FOOTBALL First Row: R. Lentz, G. Achtermann, J. Walsh, B. Moffett, R. Barrett, C. Merrill, W. Campbell, R. Stanfield.

Second Row: J. Stewart, Mr. Emmerling, W. Russell, J. Otton, J. Frank, W . Boyer, " W. Burnet, L. Tircuit, W. Green, G. Stewart, Mr. Beardsley, K. Huntsman.

Third Row: J. Songster, C. Messick, V. Deasey, E. Masson, F. Drew, M. Beatty, J. Clayton, L. Herley, W. Maxwell.

JUNIOR HIGH VARSITY FOOTBALL First Row: T. Rile, E. Cole, W. Smedley, E. Sutcliffe, J. Hinchcliffe, G. "Stewart, J. Morgan, J. Patterson, E. Gilday, N. Rumsey, S. Redmond, R. Reinauer.

Second Row: G. Bradley, J. Turner, R. Thomas, R. Moorhouse, R. Ludman, W . Hope, A .

Seigle , D. Longhurs t, F. Jordan, W . Schopf.

Third Row: W. Otton, R. Clilton, G. Hayes, W. Caulkins.

score became 6 to 0 in favor of Springfield. The score changed quickly, however, when the Blue and Gold added the extra point. This gave courage to the gridiron team of Springfield and they quickly converted with another six :pointer. The Springfield eleven then settled back and defended their lead. Sharon Hill got a touchdown, but Springfield finished the game 13 to 6.

On Friday, November fourth, Springfield met Germantown Friends at h ome.

This game proved quite thrilling to Springfield because it took the visitors with a score of twelve to n othing. The Blue and Gold p ut up a good front; both of the touchdowns were taken across by Barrett, one of Springfield's number-one favorites.

The next game was with Clifton Heights at home, but this game was hopelessly lost to them 13 to 6.

The season was formally closed on

Thanksgiving Day when Marple Newtown met Springfield on the h ome field.

It was on this day that weather conditions did not favor Springfield. The temperature soared downward and we had rain, hail, and snow. Because of the zero weather, it was not only difficult for the spectators (who were many) to watch the game, but it was almost impossible for the team to play.

Both teams were nearly evenly matched for the contest, with Marple Newtown slightly favored. The game was very close with neither team having the advantage until the visitors' fullback crossed the goal line for a touchdown.

A few seconds la ter they made the extra point for a 7 to 0 score. The score remained 7 to 0 throughout the game.

One of th"e highlights of the game was (Continued on Page 61)

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BOYS' BASKETBALL

First Row: J. Anderson, E. Murphy, J. Stewart, W. Maxwell.

Second Row: J. Clayton, R. Barrett, D. Ganister, J. Nulty, Mr. Stetson, E. Carroll, R. Ackerman, C. Merrill, G. Blythe, D. Robinson, E. Krauss.

Basketball Fills Gymnasium The boys' varsity quintet turned in a fine season record for 1939. . The squad was composed of nine seniors and one junior. Due to an injured foot before the season got under way, Captain Ed Carroll was forced to keep on the sidelines until the middle of the season.

Other piayers were Gordon Blythe, Joe Nulty, Ed Krauss, Bob Barrett, Dan Ganister, Bob Ackerman, Bud Merrill, . Duke Robinson, and Jack Clayton, captain-elect for 1940. Beebe Gallagher also played with the Blue and Gold passers early in the year, but an injury to his knee placed him on the sick list for the remainder of the season.

The boys won five and lost ten of the regularly scheduled games. However, eight of the ten reverses in the season were by five or less points, making most of the games rather close.

Springfield also dropped a post-season contest to Upper Darby in the Kiwanis Tournament at Chester. Until the Kiwanis game, the high school five led their opponents by eighteen points, netting 421 against 403, but they had won only five of the fifteen matches. Although the statistics on the games won and lost do not sound good, the post-season game still left the boys tied on points scored at 453 all.

Springfield won three of the ten league games to score 256 tallies to their opponents' 254, a margin of two points.

Individual records were exceptional for the past season. They all worked together as a real team, however no . single man dominated the play. High individual scoring honors went to Dan Ganister with 109 points, closely followed

by Gordon Blythe with 94, and Duke Robinson with 90. The rest of the squad

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stepped in for some scoring ¡ around the end of the season with Jack Clayton turning in 48, Ed Carroll 46, and Bob Ackerman 42. Eddie Rocap led the junior varsity with 96.

Gordon Blythe led the Blue and Gold league scoring with 53 markers. Dan Ganister ended up two points behind with 51, trailed by Duke Robinson's 47. These boys took ninth, tenth, and twelfth places in the Section IV league scoring.

Robinson had the highest score in a single game, bagging 21 points at Yeadon early in the season.

Foul shooting for the year was better than previous seasons, with the locals making 52.4 % of the charity toss tries to their opponents' 43.8%, and appreciable difference.

Bob Ackerman turned in the best free throw card with 60 % of his shots connecting. Duke Robinson led with 58% until the tournament game where he failed to get a chance to shoot, and Ackerman took the lead. Bob Barrett snared 56 %, Ed Carroll 53 %, Jack Clayton 50%, Dan Ganister 48 % , and Gordon Blythe 45 %. Jack Clayton showed the greatest improvement coming out from under 36% average to reach the half way mark: Bob Ackerman set an enviable record by committing only four personal fouls for the regular season and one in the post-season game for a total of five. This record is a mark few basketball players can boast of, and it certainly shows fine sportsmanship.

It can well be said that the entire squad showed fine spirit at all times as winners or losers. Mr. Stetson and the boys turned in a fine record worth remembering in the future.

Courage Wins on the Gridiron (Continued from Page 59) a misunderstanding between Brown of Marple Newtown and Stanfield, a substitute end for Springfield. This row was stopped immediately, and Brown was banished from the game.

The game went on, however, until the end. Springfield couldn't come from behind, and Marple Newtown won 7 to O. Although scores were frequently unfavorable for Springfield, the sportsmanship exhibited was commendable at all times.

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BOYS' TRACK

First Row: J. Anderson, W. Boyer, W. Morgan, T. Hickman, J. Beggs, M. Vaughters.

Second Row: A. Dallry, T. Hicks, D. Ganister, J. MacCoy, J, Nulty, Mr. Schopf, E. Carroll, R. Ackerman, R. Schmidt, J. 'Shea, D. Hamlin.

Third Row: M. Beatty, R. Len tz, J. Nemeth, H. Juslison, J. Haskell, L. Tircuil, M. Conner, D. Robinson.

Fourth Row : V. Deasey, W. Maher, J, Frank, J, Stewart, J. Clayton, J. Frank, J. Otton.

D. Lungren, J. Songster, L. Beary, S. Jones, G. Blythe , Fifth Row: W. Miller, E. Maginnis, R. Pow ell.

Sixth Row: W. Harer, H. Hinchcliffe, L. Herley, W. Gilday.

Track~

Again Captures Honors

With basketball over and spring well on its way, many of the more ambitious Springfield lads ,were seen pounding the cinders preparing for the coming track season. After setting such a splendid record last year the work was begun with hopes for higher attainments.

With only a few holdovers from last year's highly victorious state championship team Coach Schopf molded a team which held the respect of all. Captain Beebe Gallagher, pole vault; Ed CarrolL high jump; Joe Nulty, mile run; Dan Ganister, javelin; Duke Robinson, halfmile run; Bill Morgan, sprints and hurdles; Jim Beggs, sprints; were the letter men who returned from last year.

With the large squad, it was evident that not all of the boys could run on a relay team or represent Springfield at the big meets on Saturdays. Nevertheless, everyone was given a chance to

prove his worth by our able coach. For those boys whose prowess was not quite equal to that of those chosen, a second team meet was held with Upper Darby's second team. In this way all boys were given a chance to show that they were ready for big-time competition.

The difficult schedule consisted of numerous dual - meets which included Prospect Park at home, Swarthmore at home, Glen-Nor away, Eddystone at home, and one triangular meet at home, with Media and Ridley Township participating. On Saturdays the big meets were held which included the Delaware County Meet at Lansdowne, the Penn Relays at Franklin Field, the Ursinus Invitation Meet, the District I Meet which was held at Philadelphia, the State Championship Meet at Penn State, and the Suburban Athletic Association Meet at Norristown.

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Promising Sports Receive Acclaim This year Springfield High School included a new sport in its sports curricula; this was the bowling team. Started by some of the fellows from the senior class, it rapidly grew into a unit to represent Springfield. Coached

by Mr. Sheldon Madeira, the five who composed the team, four of them seniors, were Captain Charles Clark, Gordon Blythe, Donald Thomas, James Thomas, and Conrad Waldie. Bud Merrill and Robert Stanfield were alternates. The team then entered the Delco League composed of Clifton, Upper Darby, Sharon Hill, Collingdale, Darby, arid - Springfield. The league had already been functioning for three weeks when our squad entered, and with a score of seven points against and two for :" as a handicap, the team pulled up and finished in second place behind Clifton.

"Chuck" Clark was the high scorer in eveiy game, but the one in which he didn't participate; Gordon Blythe was :¡high on this occasion.

The first match the team won with ease, ih ,.fact with such ease, that in the next one they were given a handicap o( one-hundred seventy-five pins per game-incidentally, they lost. Then the"'season ran on smoothly with the fellows winning the majority of the remaining games and finishing in second place.

The bowlers did very well considering it was the ', first season for the team. The team next year should do much better.

Another up and coming sport that is being fostered in Springfield and is gaining much recognition is golf which is again on the schedule for the second year. The 1939 season was the first time golf became a league sport; it joined Section II of Philadelphia Suburban League. Section II was composed of five other teams besides the locals. They were Chester, Sharon Hill, Conshohocken, Glen Nor, and Clifton. ' The Nassua rules were used which count one point for the first nine holes, one point for the second nine holes, and one point for low match.

The five-man team also played Archmere Academy, Collingdale, and a practice match with one of the Swarthmore golf teams. .

In addition to the two promising sports already mentioned, many of the students anticipate varsity baseball and tennis in the near future.

Baseball, except for the intramurals, has not been played here since 1937.

Tennis, if there is a sufficient demand and if the funds are available, will also be considered next year. The great expense of renting and maintaining the courts is the main drawback to this sport.

The need of a girls' sport in the spring season has also been mentioned.

Except for the girls' intramural soft-ball teams, they are represented in no other sport. Lacrosse has as yet not reached the point where a team could be formed, . but it still stands as a possibility in future years.

If enough of the student body is attracted to these sports, no doubt in the future they will be included in the sports program of the school.

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GIRLS' HOCKEY Kneeling

E. Woodhead, H. Smith, M. Reid, R. McCann, E. Vargues, B. Holscher, E. Roche .

Standing- Left to Right:

J. Gregory, E. Smith , P. Shive, M. Griffith, R. Sheets, M. Matlack, M. Came , D. Harris, Miss White .

CAPTAINS OF SEASONAL SPORTS HOCKEY IN FULL SWING A GOOD TOSS-UP

GIRLS' BASKETBALL

M. Reid , M. Griffith , R. McCann, E. Vargues, E. Roche , I. Holscher, Miss White, 1. Field , M. Matlack, D. Kopp.

Girl Athletes Gain Recognitio,n Orch ids are due our girl athletes for their splendid playing both in hockey and in basketball. Smooth teamwork, fair p lay, and good sportsmanship enabled the m to come through the season with flying colors.

Each year hockey-minded girls who cannot e ngage in intersch olastic games, look forward with delight and expectancy to in tramurc:tl games in th e sch ool. The tournament

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was won by the junior class who upset all traditions held by seniors. This tournament was followed by the exchanging of class games with other schools. Each class played two games; one with Nether Providence and the other with Radnor.

After these initial games had been played, varsity practice began immediately. Every practice found sixty energetic girls playing their very best in an effort to make the team. After much indecision and elimination, the varsity and junior varsity teams were chosen.

The holdovers from last year's squad who were eligible for the team were Captain Rose McCann, a reliant centerhalf; Edna Vargues, a ¡ flashy scoring inner; Belle Holscher, a fast-moving wing; and Maynette Reid, a strong defensive fullback. The rest of the squad consisted of juniors who in league with the seniors composed a fine-spirited, fighting team ready to overcome any obstacle that came their way. Reverses seemed to be in store for our girls in a few instances. This was true when they played Nether Providence and Prospect Park. Both these games were lost by a close score. Winning three and tying three games gave the girls a good passing average.

The junior varsity, captained by Dorothy Moffett, had a good average.

In recognition of their fine playing the following girls received awards: Captain Rose McCann, Maynette Reid, Belle Holscher, Edna Vargues, Helen Smith, Betty Woodhead, Mildred Came, Dorothy Harris, Priscilla Shive, Peggy Griffith, Jayne Gregory, Peggy Matlack, Dorothy Rohr, Betty Smith, Elinore Roche.

Basketball season found Coach Betty White with more material on her hands than she could possibly use. About fifty

basketball-minded students reported faithfully to every practice. Finally, four teams were chosen and captains were elected for the varsity and junior varsity teams.

The girls started off the season with a bang by winning four games in succession. The inevitable happened, however, when they lost to Prospect Park by a score of twenty-seven to twenty-three.

A pep talk helped to revive the basketeers' former good spirits and they rallied with two consecutive wins. A stubborn fighting spirit sprang into view when the girls competed with Boothwyn.

Intense concentration lost the game for our lassies. The season wound up with the g ood average of seven wins and two losses.

The junior high school intramural games closely followed the varsity season. Ten teams were chosen and an eighth grade captain was selected for each one. Each of the varsity players volunteered to guide the inexperienced teams in the technique that they had gathered under the expert coaching of Miss Betty White.

Promising material was shown during the games. An outstanding fact which amazed both the coaches and the spectators was the amazing agility of some of the girls.

Although the seniors will be missed, there will be many ambitious young players who will be only too willing to take their places.

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Music Fosters Appreciation All the musical organizations of Springfield High School exist for the purpose of developing in the students the power of appreciating fine music. The task is not an easy one; the ability to enjoy music must be cultivated, for it cannot be acquired suddenly in response to an order to do so.

The Glee Clubs, of which there are two- one for 'the junior school, and one for senior high school- are accessible to all, for nearly all persons possess the ability to enjoy music to a satisfactory degree by singing. The clubs enable their members to learn the rudiments of sight reading music, which is an indispensable factor in the enjoyment as well as the production of music. The organizations ¡ are also of value as group projects which foster the ability to work together.

The orchestra provides a means of participation for those students who play musical instruments. Of necessity, it is composed of those who show some aptitude for their chosen instrument, or a strong willingness to labor with it. The orchestra embodies all the advantages ¡ of the Glee Clubs in addition to the instrumental training it affords.

The present school year has witnessed the advent of two new features in the musical department of the school.

The male ensemble, composed of boys chosen from the senior and junior classes, has been instituted as an experiment in the school.

Its purpose is to test the reaction of the student body to better organizations devoted to music. Happily, it has been well received.

The second innovation is unique. Twice a week, fifteen to twenty minutes are taken from the end of the sixth period at which time those interested in fine chamber music or symphonic works meet. Recordings of master works are played for the enjoyment of those present. The decision to attend these periods rests with the students; all may enter or leave as they like. This innovation is the first opportunity in the school to hear quantities of fine music. This, too, has been welcomed by the students.

Heretofore the musical organizations of the school have been confined to lighter and popular types of music. Such a course has been taken due to the inability of the student body to appreciate the better music, because of a previous lack of sufficient association with it.

It is hoped that by contact with classical music there will be developed in each student a desire to enjoy the masterpieces which they may have missed.

Thus the musical department of the school has planned its activities with the hope that they will serve a far better purpose than that of giving momentary pleasure to both the participants and auditors. If the love for fine music has been developed in the students, the efforts will have been a success far beyond the expectancy of its sponsors.

Yet even a greater result may come to pass- one that overshadows the mere appreciation of music-for those who have participated in the musical organizations of the school may become better citizens through their contact with some of the beautiful things that life can offer. .

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Harmony Hall OPERETTA LEADS Seated: M. Moyer, J. Nulty.

Standing: M. Hemple, K. Huntsman, M. Stewart, J. Thomas, H. Fisker, G. Blythe.

SUPPORTING CAST AND ST. CECILIA'S CHOIR FROM HARMONY HALL.

THE ORCHESTRA

ViolilV J. Cassel R. Zachow C. Detz J. McBride V. Miethke M. Miethke P. Hewitt

Piano M. M. M. ·H.

Buehler Underhill Tieser Smith

Tl'ombones

Saxophone

M. Moyer R. Cheyney

G. Stewart

Bass

Viola

A. Turner H. Fisker

T. Stewart R. Cassel

CIUl'inet

Mellaphone R. Sheets H. Grandhomme

W. Shade N. Gildner J. deFrenes

Cello D. Jones

Tuba

Flute

P. Zall

D. Seymour

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Tnm~pet

S. Jones R. Wa lton

Dntms D. Evans H. Evans E. Rocap

CONDUCTOR HAROLD L. VON MULLER

\ SENIOR STUDENT COUNCIL Seated: K. Huntsman, D. Harris, D. Thomas, D. Ganister, D. Lentz, M. Robinson, J. Jackson, Mr. M. L. Smith.

Standing: J. de Frenes, L. Lawrence, W. Shead, J. Nulty, M. Reid, D. Kopp, R. Cassel.

JUNIOR STUDENT COUNCIL Sealed: J. Jackson, D. Taylor, J. Kilgore, W . Scott, J. Morgan, N. Russell, F. Reid, R. Richardson, M. Shuebrook.

Standing: V. Hurst, M. Downes, 1. Woodhead, R. Perley, D. Thomas, J. Patterson, Mr. Richardson, K. Huntsman, E. Cole, R. Lowrie, A. Warburton, R. Ludman, J. Corriston, N. Gildner.

Student Government Functions Effectively The Senior Student Council began this year with "action" as its slogan. The first problem facing it was the election of officers, such as secretary, treasurer, sergeant-at-arms, and parliamentarian. The members for the Student Tribunal were also elected.

Meeting every Tuesday morning at 8:15, the Council was divided into four committees, On one Tuesday the committees would gather, and on the next, the Council as a whole would meet. The committees were the ways and means committee, in charge of making money; school order committee, in charge of campus, halls, and general appearance of the school; home room and legislature committee, in charge of home-room meetings; and the social life committee, in charge of the social affairs in the school.

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In early October, one could see Springfield jitterbugs dancing at the Victory Dance sponsored by the Council following the Germantown Friends' football game.

This was the first social event of the season which the group fostered.

Every afternoon a cheery smile and a . word of welcome awaited all those who chanced by the candy stand in the hall. Behind this smile lingered a "come hither and buy" attitude in the presence cf some council member who was at all times trying to increase the treasury.

For several years the students of Springfield High have demanded a name for their athletic teams. This year their request was satisfied. By popular vote the name of "Cougar" was selected, so that, hereafter the Springfield High School teams shall appear on the field not merely as teams, but as the "Springfield Cougars."

the noon period at each end of the hall.

No student was allowed to pass through the upper hall without a pass issued by one cf these monitors.

For several years at graduation, a few seniors received letters for outstanding work in extra-curricular activities. These let~ers were purchased by the Student Council. This year, the Council felt that those people receiving letters would like to wear them while still in school, so it was decided that they be presented in March.

The Council also presented each one who made the honor roll this year with a card acknowledging that fact.

As is the usual custom, each year the Council intends to present some gift to the school. It has been suggested that the School Board join with the Council in the selection of a new rostrum for the stage.

The Junior Student Council, comprising the seventh, eighth, and ninth grades, is a very active organization. Although little .is heard about it, it handles its problems promptly and efficiently.

At all athletic events junior high students could be seen on the field selling school feathers.

Anyone visiting their social affairs could see that they were well arranged and very successful.

When it came to giving cooperation in the drive for school order, the Junior Council was far from asleep. It had a campaign for the cleaning up of campus and lunch room.

The Junior Student Council, by hard work, has made our school a better and safer place in which to live and work.

The Senior Council wishes to take this time and space to thank and congratulate the Junior Council for its fine work and cooperation.

Shortly after the selection of the name, a figure clad in a blue ansi gold jacket was seen wandering down the main corridor of the school. This blue and gold jacket was the first of our school jackets which were sold by the Student Council.

Probably the most outstanding change which the Student Council rendered, was that of a new and more efficient hall system. Thanks to the Student Council, the school now has well-patrolled halls.

The system was changed through a challenge made by the faculty, who felt that the students were not capable of controlling the existing situation. The Student Council, feeling this was not so, accepted the challenge, appointed new monitors and stationed them at new posts. Through the efforts of these boys and the cooperation of the stutdent body, their goal was accomplished.

Monitors were also put on duty during

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SPRI¡HIAN Seated: stadt, C. Evans.

M. Reid, H. Halber¡ Waldie, P. Zall, D.

Standing: E. Woodhead, G. Shelton, D. Harris, D. O lsen, K. fitzpatrick, L. Lawrence, S. Thomas, R. Heffron, Miss Sanbe.

THE SCRIVENER First Row: R. Gillen, L. Ammon, C. Merrill, D. Meyer, M. Stewart, H. Grandhomme, M. Reeder, A . Conner, A. Turner.

Second Row: Miss Haldeman, E. Narbey, M. Reid, D. Olsen, M. Moyer, N. Maxwell, V. J. Norman, V. Mealing, M. L. Hemple, T. Stewart, J. Thomas, L. Morrison, M. Buehler, H. Smith, D. Lentz.

Third Row: J. ' Stewart, G. Blythe, M. Glover, D. Jones , D. Thomas, C. Milne, R. Ackerman.

Fourth Row: G. MacCoy, J. Jackson, R. Brehm, W. Krewson, J. deFrenes, B. Woodhead, f.

Raymond.

Journalism In High School In the average high school there are two common vehicles of expression in the field of journalism. These fields are the school newspaper and the school annual. We, in Springfield, have both of these publications.

The Spri-Hian is the school newspaper and the official organ of the student body. It is published every report period by the students under the advisership of Miss Sanbe. This paper last year won honorable mention in the Lehigh School Press Association for Class "C" High Schools.

The staff is composed of the editor-in-chief, the news editor, business manager, reporters, and typists. The function of the reporters is to uncover ' news and to write their assignments. The stories are then given to the editors who connect and prepare them for publication.

This type of cooperative organization fosters units in a project which

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depends for its success on efficient action, thus preparing persons for later life. It also performs the very important function of teaching the people on the staff of the paper how to express themselves in writing. This also is very desirable in later life. The school paper keeps the pupils in constant touch with all the activities; this is more important in larger schools than in smaller ones.

Considering all of these factors, the school paper should be considered one of the most important of the non-athletic activities. It is the only year round project, save the Student Council-and it depends largely for its success on the students themselves.

Following along with the school paper in high school is the school annual. This publication, which in our school has grown to be a ninety-six page book with an attractive padded cover, shows by means of formal and informal pictures and writings, primarily, the student life of the seniors and secondly, the life of the underclassmen and faculty. It rehearses everyday occurrences, their various sidelights and other functions of the high school-all of which are integral parts of the extra-curricular activities.

The annual also has merit far above its intrinsic value. Years after we graduate we can look back thm the book and see the faces of our companions, read about them and live our school days over again in memories. This value cannot be measured in monetary terms.

The annuaL called in Springfield the Scrivener, along with the ' Spr-Hian, stresses qualities other than athletic. This publication fosters creativeness in designing a layout for the book in its entirety, planning dividers which stimulate the artistic ability of our students, and writing articles so that they will be refreshing and interesting, as well as factuaL to the readers. Not only creative ability upon which the world at large puts a worthy evaluation, but also cooperation, a recognized asset to any industry, is demonstrated. These qualities, as well as loyalty and ambition, are all fundamental principles for our year book and later life.

So in considering these two major functions, these points must be considered: first, the value to the student body; second, the value to the student involved; third, the value of the experience which can be obtained. By recognizing all of these points in the Spri-Hian and the Scrivener, it can be seen that journalism in Springfield has scored a direct hit.

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DRAMATIC CLUB

First Row: P. Shive, M. Tieser, E. Roche, J. Clayton, T. Stewart, Mr. Madeira, M. Stewart, M. L. Hemple, S. Thomas, E. Smith, E. Brittain.

Second Row: V. Clair, C. Morris, R. Sheets, M. Moyer, D. Rohr, M. Reeder, M. Buehler, V. Mealing, E. Harris, H. Boyd, D. Harris.

Third Row: D. Gedney, G. MacCoy, J. Jackson, H. Fisker, A. Turner, L. Morrison, F. Whiteley, H. Grandhomme, M. Robinson, I. Smith, A. Hoffner.

Fourth Row: E. Rocap, R. Brehm, R. Ackerman, K. Huntsman, D. Thomas, W .

Allen, V. J. Norman, E. Peyton, R. Schmidt, C. Merrill, P. Bolenbaker.

Fifth Row: P. Zall, J. Nulty, G. Blythe, C. Waldie, J. Thomas, E. Murphy, W. Morgan,

STAGE CRAFT INSTITUTED A new senior high activity was organized this year, namely, the Senior Dramatic Club. It was comprised of sophomores, Juniors, and seniors. The club selected the following as its officers: president, Marjorie Stewart; vice-president, Jack Clayton; secretary, Theodosia Stewart; treasurer, Mary Lou Hemple; sergeant-at-arms, Kenneth Huntsman.

Under the very capable supervision of Mr. Sheldon S. R. Madeira the Dramatic Club got under way.

The main function of the club was to acquaint the future actors with the essentials of acting. For several meetings, Mr. Madeira lectured the members on these points. The following meetings were given over to try-outs for a number of

student-coached plays.

One of these plays was produced in assembly. "The Pot Boiler," was coached by Mary Lou Hemple with the following students in its cast: Ruth Sheets, Dorothy Harris, William Morgan, Paul Zall, Richard Schmidt, Warren Allen and Donald Thomas. It -was voted a great success.

Later in the year, other student-coached, one-act ' plays were entered in a contest.

The coaches, Marjorie Stewart, James Thomas, and Helen Grandhomme, worked diligently. Such fine productions were given that the Judges had a difficult time I in selecting the winner.

This activity has made the students acutely conscious of the workings behind the scenes and before the footlights.

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LIBRARY CLUB

Senior

G. Duck, T. Stewart, L. Ammon, V. J. Norman, A. Turner, D. Lentz, A. Conner, M. Glover, N. Brown, D. Carlisle, D. Harris, M. Buehler, V. Mealing, N. Maxwell, M. Hemple, M. Stewart, G. MacCoy, M. Reeder, L. Sibley, D. Jones , E. Narbey, H. Grandhomme, K. Fitzpatrick, L. Morrison, M. Laird, A. Loan, G. Simons, Miss Geige r.

Junior

L. Myers, J. Shenberger, E. Wilson, E. Anderson, A. Wilson, V. Siegle, E. Narbey, V. Hurst, N. Lurwlck, M. Graff, J. Jackson, J. Kirk, A. Matthewson, J. Iliff, E. Griffith, M. Tircuit, V. Shaw, R. Zachow, M. Borgh.

LITERARY TASTES DEVELOPED former for the junior high and the latter for senior high. Each group has its separate meetings and individual plans.

Bookweek, the highlight of the year for library students, is observed every year by some outstanding exhibits. Posters are made in the art department, and are distributed throughout the sch ool in order to develop a keener interest in books a nd their magic.

This year an assembly program was sponsored by the club, which dealt with various books and their characters. Much enjoyment was derived from this production as well as many educational features.

From the small but eager band that it was four years ago, the Library Club has become a working organization in the sch ool program.

A few years ago under the leadership of Miss Wertman, the librarian at the time, a small band of bookloving girls formed together under the title of the Springfield Library Club. .Ignorant as to the mysteries of the library and its many functions, they resolved, nevertheless, to learn. Today, the Library Club has grown into a large organization. On this year's roll there are over fifty members, all schooled in the intricacies of library duties and skilled in their use.

The principal aim of the Library Club is to provide interest and to foster and stimulate good reading habits among the student b ody. Members of the club are taught the library system of arranging books, their cataloging and classification, and various other library duties.

The club is divided into two sections, the Junior Club and S~nior Club, the

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COMMERCIAL CLUB First Row: Miss Bastian, J. Gregory, M, Glover, M. Reid, M. Bjur, F. Raymond, E. Woodhead, E. Bornman.

Second Row: Mr. R. K. Smith, K. McCarty, E. Vargues, M. Matlack, P. Shive, C. Milne, H. Smith, K. Fitzpatrick, I. Holscher, E. Carroll, D. Cooper, W . McCleese, F. Drew.

CLASS EXPERIENCE EXPANDED The Commercial Club was reorganized in September with Miss Pearl Bastian and Mr. R. K. Smith as faculty advisers.

Under the leadership of our president Marjorie Bjur, assisted by vice-president Maynette Ried, treasurer Margaret Glover, and secretary Florence Raymond, the club enjoyed many activities.

Our first project was a lecture sponsored by the Bell Telephone Company who gave us some very interesting comments on the art of speaking courteously and correctly. Mrs. McArthur;, the speaker, invited us to visit one of the local telephone exchanges.

We accepted her invitation for February fifteenth. On that day we left school directly after lunch and took with us those non-club members who wished to go. We were driven to the Hilltop Telephone Exchange where we were shown the duties of the operators. We were all fascinated by listening through the ear phones to calls coming in and going

out. We were also taken through the informaiion bureau.

During that same day we visited the Curtis Publishing Company. We were shown the business section of the plant, the press rooms, and the dining and recreation rooms of the company.

As a whole, it was an educational as well as an amusing tour.

On March seventeenth, we entered a typing contest with Nether-Providence.

We were defeated by the slight margin of four points. However, we met them again on the twentieth of April with due success.

Other typing meets were held with various schools including Ridley Park, Clifton, and Collingdale.

In May, we gave a luncheon to the members of the club. At this luncheon new members were admitted from the sophomore and junior classes.

We sincerely hope the club in future years will find enjoyment as we have.

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NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY

D. Ganister, R. Ackerman, M. Matlack, R. Sheets, P. Shive, D. Harris, D. Jones, M. Reid, D. Meyer, M. Buehle r, J. Jackson, H. Grandhomme, M. 1. Hemple, M. Sh.wart, H. Halberstadt, T. Stewart, A. Turner, D. Thomas, W. Allen, C. Waldie.

LEADERSHIP AND SCHOLARSHIP UNITED ingness to render any service, when called upon, for the school and the community. Leadership is defined as exerting a degree of initiative in the classroom, which leads to higher scholarship for all; it is typified by holding successfully offices of responsibility, as well as being a a worthy cooperative and contributing member to those activities in which he is associated. Character is the upholding of the Christian institutions of the school and community and the demonstrating of high qualities of personality; honesty, reliability, promptness, achievement, and morality.

All these factors, plus the extra-curricular programs carried by the students, are considered when the faculty elects the new members into the organization.

These members then try to develop further those things which have been the basis of their selection.

To foster a sympathetic attitude toward the merits of scholastic attainment, Springfield High School a few years ago began a local chapter which later became an official member of the National Honor Society.

Fifteen percent of the senior class and the five percent of the junior class may be honored by election to this organization each year. All candidates are to meet certain requirements before they may be eligible for membership.

The first attainment to be recognized is scholarship. To aspire to this goaL the student must have a scholastic average which will place him in the upper one-third of his class.

After this important barrier has been approached and surpassed, if possible, : the prospective member is judged on the' basis of service, leadership and character. Service is interpreted as the will-

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Class History (Continued fTOrn Page 33) a drama of bleak New England farm life. It was voted a huge success.

During the Christmas vacation the Alumni gave a dance at High Top Country Club which many of the members of our class attended.

Then exams. What a shock some of us got as we realized how little we knew after twelve years of study.

The more ambitious senior girls made the ir debut as waitresses at the Senior Dinner, February second.

On March sixth, eleven new seniors were added to the National Honor Society; those included ¡ were Robert Ackerman, Warren Allen, Margaret Buehler, Helen Grandhomme, Helen Halberstadt, Mary Lou Hemple, Jane Jackson, Marjorie Stewart, Theodosia Stewart, Donald Thomas, and Anne Turner.

March thirty-first and April first were the dates for the annual operetta.

This year "Harmony Hall" with Joseph Nulty and Marjorie Moyer as the leads who were supported by several other members of the senior class, namely, Gordon Blythe, Helen Fisker, James Thomas, Marjorie Stewart, Marylou Hemple, Lida Morrison, Robert Bacher, and Robert Ackerman, was presented.

The third, fourth, and fifth of April were the most eventful days of our high sch601 careers, for it was on these days we made our eventful Washington trip. Thus our first excursion into the wide world is memorable both to the city of Washington and to the class of '39. This was followed by the Easter vacation which was sorely needed by many of our exhausted class.

Social affairs came in rapid succession with the arrival of the memorable Commencement Week. Baccalaureate Service was held on June fourth following the Principal's Tea given in our honor.

The following night, June fifth, was Class Night, and our classmates showed that they could take it as well as give it. The teachers and students were the targets for many cutting remarks.

At the Junior Prom, on June sixth, we danced with a "make merry today for tomorrow we die" feeling.

With smiles, sighs and a few tears we bade a fond farewell to Springfield High and ended our sojourn within its friendly walls-we graduated.

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EDITORIAL CONTRIBUTORS Ellen Narbey Robert Acke rman Vara Jean Norman Lois Ammon Peggy Reeder Gordon Blythe Maynette Reid Peggy Bue hler Jack Stewart Ruth Gillen Theodosia Stewart Mary Lou Hemple Don Thomas Dorothy Jones Nancy Maxwell James Thomas Anne Turner Lida Morrison BUSINESS SOLICITORS Margaret Glover Robert Brehm William Krewson Jane Jackson Anne Conner ILLUSTRATORS Peggy Stewart William Burnet Ruth Shee ts Jack De Frenes Marjorie Moyer Sallie Thomas TYPISTS Marjorie Bjur Florence Raymond Helen Smith Doris Olsen Betty Woodhead Carolyn Milne

In Appreciation Although educational p olicies and methods of instruction may change, as well as those who administer them, yet it is a known fact that an annual cannot be published without cooperation, integrity, and guidance.

Realizing these factors are important in the compilation of the annual, we as editors and business managers of the Scrivener staff wish to extend our thanks and appreciation to our classmates, - to Pontiac Engraving Company, to Zamsky Photograph Studio, and to Blaetz Printing for their efforts to sustain the criteria for a successful publication.

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Visiting the Advertisers Advertisers remind us when we solicit ads from them that their ads in our yearbooks do not get read. They claim that the advertisements are used merely to fill space and are never given any attention by the students. They argue that business is slack and that times are too hard for them to spend their money for advertisements which will not gain them any profit. But we in Springfield can boast that "It Pays to Advertise." In order to prove this point- last year Martel's placed an ad in the Scrivener, with the hope of obtaining Springfield's patronage- or just to be obliging, we don't know which. This year when our class gave the annual Senior Dinnerpartially in appreciation of the ad they had given last year's Scrivener-we purchased our groceries from them. This is just one example of the benefits that the avdertisers get from helping us.

There is also another side to the question; we must look at the advantages we

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obtain from their ads. Our yearbook costs money and part of the expense must be defrayed by ads. The advertisers, therefore, contribute benefits to us, and they in turn, receive benefits from us.

The advertisers in this book are numerous and of a great variety. Some of the ads are small and printed in a way to catch the public's eye, while others are larger and more formal. No matter how the ads appear, they are placed in the book to be read so that profit may be gained by doing this. This profit will be three-fold; it will be felt by the advertiser, the senior class and the consumer. These ads are arranged in the book in a way that will attract peoples' eyes to the benefits to be derived by helping those that help us. The people in Springfield always try to support our advertisers.

In spite of this fact we are met with ¡ the argument that not many people read ¡the advertisements. The pupils, they claim, and with justice, read just to the ads and then close the book. Yes, in the past

that was the general habit.

This year the advertisers can not make this complaint. The class of 1939 has done something different, something original, something that will prove satisbctory, we hope, to our advertisers. In years past, everyone has read the class prophecy; this is only natural, because it is one of the favorite features of any annual. Therefore, this year we have written our prophecy in the form of catchy ads and have interspersed them with the regular ads. Curiosity is said to have killed the cat, but people are still willing to risk their lives for the sake of curiosity. For this reason we believe that everyone will ¡ be interested in reading what the seniors may be doing in the years to come. Thus, in the course of reading the class prophecy, everyone who reads the Scrivener will read the regular ads. This is an added service which we are giving our advertisers this year, the assurity that their ads will be given attention.

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MERCURY EIGHT

CAPRIOTTY'S MOTOR SALES AND SERVICE MORTON, (DELAWARE COUNTY) PENNA. Bell Phone¡ Swatthmore 1800 In 1930, when I started the Automobile Maintenance and Repair Shop, I promised the Automobile Owners that if they would cooperate with me, I would cooperate with them in every detail. In return I also improved Service with the acquisition of all the necessary facilities for continuing high quality work.

Today, I am proud to present the new business headquarters at YALE and SYLVAN AVENUES, MORTON, to thank all of you who have had confidence . in our ability to serve you; who have made necessary the erection of this new building to serve you better. The new Motor Sales and Service Headquarters are housed in one of the most modern and up-to-date buildings, which consists of 5500 square feet of floor space, including Showroom, Repair Shop and Car Storeroom, with all modern facilities and mechanical devices for all types of Automotive Service for any make car.

I trust all of you will give m e the opportunity to service your automobiJe with the modern, up-to-the-minute equipment now available, at the lowest rates that it is possible to render high quality service.

CAPRIOTTY has always adhered to a "stL'aight-line policy" of honest dealing, and with the opening of our new headquarters we are equipped to give you even better service in the same honest, straight forward manner.

CAPRIOTTY from the start has sold the highest standard products and merchandise, and given a highly, efficient service and cooperation. This policy has won for CAPRIOTTY the enduring patronage of hundreds of good customers.

CAPRIOTTY IS ALWAYS CONSTANT year in and year out, living up to the highest respect for all contracts and all agreements of every description. Therefore, you are perfectly safe to concentrate your business at CAPRIOTTY'S if you are thinking for yourself, and equally for the Dollar Return Service.

Write, wire or telephone CAPRIOTTY for Autonwbiles and Trucks, both New and Used Models, and for all kilnds of Automotive Service and Supplies

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COSTUMES Are you giving a Play

01'

Come in and see

Costumes rightly priced.

OU1'

Going to a Party . ..

ALL COSTUMES, CAPS, AND GOWNS USED IN SPRINGFIELD HIGH SCHOOL FURNISHED BY

MILLER COSTUMIER 236 South Eleventh Street

Faculty and Students

Philadelphia, Pa.

Conte in and see us.

ESTABLISHED 1892

PEN. 1892

KEEP SUPPLIED WITH SCHOOL TICKETS

Good on Buses and Rail Cars Until Used. 5c a Ride, Including Special Free Transfers. School Identification Cards May Be Obtained at School Office. .

PHILADELPHIA SUBURBAN TRANSPORTATION COMPANY ARONIMINK TRANSPORTATION COMPANY

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QUALITY WITHOUT EXTRAVAGANCE

MARTEL'S Better Food for the Table

CHESTER ROAD AT RUTGERS AVENUE Swarthmore 2100

f/17e e111-p hasize Service in all our publication 1vork

/01'Satisfactory Service results in satisfactory work in the least burdensome way to those in charge.

Yours to serve,

BLAETZ BROS., INC. FOX CHASE, PA. PILGRIM 1630

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CotJzplitnents of ROBERT J. SOOK School Jeweler

Complitneflts of A FRIEND

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Wilson Coal and Supply Company COMPLIMENTS

OF Wallingford, Pennsylvania

DUNCAN'S

DAIRIES

Telephones: Media 123 Swarthmore 600

Jeff Ford's Hotels

Best Wishes fTOm

in Washington, D. C.

Victoria Union Chapel THE LAFAYETTE HOTEL Baltimore Pike, Springfield

16th and EYE STS., N. W. One Square North of the White House

Sunday School -

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- 10:00 A. M.

Church Service -

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- 11:00 A. M.

Chas. P. Gay, Manager

THE CARROLL ARMS HOTEL 1st and C. STS., N. E. In the Shadow of the U. S. Capitol

Everybody Welcome

G. H . Parrish, Manager

Come and Visit Us

Jefferson L. Ford, Jr. President

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COMPLIMENTS

OF COMPLIMENTS

OF

NEW

COLONIAL HOTEL

A FRIEND

Washington, D. C.

Charter a Bus and Go Together

COMPLIMENTS

GREYHOUND

OF

LINES A FRIEND SAFE -. DEPENDABLEECONOMICAL

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Noedel's Pharmacy Compliments of

It SeTves You Right

Harris Bros. Nursery

158 SAXER AVENUE

Springfield, Pa.

Phone: Swa. 1618 Springfield, Del. Co" Pa.

"Chester~s

Fashion Corner"

Chester's Fashion Corner Department

EDGMONT AVE., SEVENTH AND WELSH STS.

Store

R. R. Moore Compliments of

Wholesale Confectione1' 25 Penn Boulevard

Bess' Beauty Shop

East Lansdowne

CHRYSLER

PLYMOUTH

WHERE SPRINGFIELD STUDENTS MEET IN SWARTHMORE

Hannum & Waite SWARTHMORE, P A.

Michael's .College Pharmacy

Good Used CaTS

On the Corner

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Made Better . . .

of

Compliments

Lansdowne Bowling Centre 26 S. Lansdowne Avenue Lansdowne, Pa.

. .. Tastes Bette1'

18 Alleys

H. L. Mathers, Mgr.

Philadelphia, Pa.

~ pprove d Pe nna. Pri vate Business Schoo l

Phone Swarthmore 121

BUSINESS

Le Baron Realty Co.

TRAINING

BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

Real Estate Insurance ~ Member Delaware ·County Real Estate Board 152 SAXER AVENUE Springfield, Pa. L. Henry Le Baron, Pres.

George 1. Boyd, Sales Mgr.

~ ~

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AND SECRETARIAL SCIENCE for young men and women.

One, Two and Three Years Day and Evening Courses

8 Weeks Summer Session Founded 1865

McCarty's Restaurant

PEIRCE

SCHOOL

Pin e 5 1. Wes t of Brood

Philo delphia . Po.

Chestnut Street Opera House

OUR SPECIALTY-

32ND BIG WEEK

Roast Beef Dinners

"Romeo and Juliet" Eat Here or We'll Both Starve

STARRING Don Thomas and Dodo Stewart

"Ame1'ica's SweetheaTts"

Atlantic City Boardwalk

Compliments

Vote the Progressive

of

Ticket! ! !

C. Harrison

MURPHY-for Governor

Atlantic Gas Station

KREWSON-for Senator The Progressive Party Gives

Brookside & Springfield Roads

Everyone a "Square Deal."

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Flowel's fOl' All Occasions Potted Plants, Hardy Plants

ATIORNEY AT LAW

LOWNES FLOWERS

Dan Ganister

255 E. WOODLAND AVENUE Springfield, Pa, Swa. 1017

We T1"Y Anything Once. , ,

Vosters' Nurseries and Greenhouses

Invisible Resoling a Specialty

Famous Shoe Rebuilding Co.

F , A. C. Vostel'S, P1"Op, Secane, Delaware Co., Pa, Swa. 845

182 SAXER AVENUE Phone: Swa. 1445

Compliments of

PEEPLES

Reid's Business School ACKERMAN SHORTHAND TAUGHT

Springfield, Del. Co., Pa, Hal',dwa1"e -- Paints Glass Household Needs

COMPLIMENTS OF

Bachofer and McDevitt Vetel'inal'ians

A FRIEND

Lub1"ication

"Business Going to the Dogs"

Thomas J. Haigh

Til'es Repail'ed

David McGorman Atlantic Gas Baltimore Pike and Saxer Avenue Springfield .

Hm'dwal'e Painting - Papel'hanging 17 Morton Ave. Morton, Pa.

Greenberg's Pharmacy

CREAM OF THE CROP

In B.usiness fOl' YoU?' Health SPRINGFIELD, PENNA.

HOFFNER DAIRIES Bottled Vitality

Halberstadt's

Compliments of

Stationery Shop

Alwine Florists

Dl'OP Us a Line DALTRY STREET

LISTEN: Fastest Talker on Record

A. MELLACE

DORIS OLSEN

Expel't Shoe Makel' MORTON, PA.

News Commellltatol' For a Digest of the World's News

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Ballerina Studio

Rigg Pharmacy

McCoy, Instructress Ke2p On Yau1' Toes

The Place of Confidence Phone: Swa, 812

Evening Delivery Easter Eggs Chocolate; PaTty and Pastel Mints Home Made Candy MINT SPECIALIST Phone, Swa, 1030-J C, A, Woodhead

McGarvey's Waitress Agency Qttiet, Efficient and Com'teous Se1'vice

POWELL ROAD

Compliments of

Compliments of

The American Stores in Springfield

Peggy Reeder, Ai?' Hostess LUNGREN AIR LINES

Robert Wilson, Manager

Compliments of

Springfield Press

Carolyn Milne

SpTingfield's Home Newspape1' - PRINTINGPhone: Swarthmore 2084

DTessmake1' LATEST IN STYLE

TRY

Mason Builders Supply Co.

Newsom Brothers

Coal LUMBER Camvel Coal Building Mate1'ial Phone 6 or 345 Swarthmore, Pa,

HAMBURGERS "F1'ied in B.utte1'" Baltimore Pike & Woodland Ave.

Morrison's Music Shop

Phone Swarthmore 895-W KATHARINE MURDOCK HosieTY, Und21'wea1', Shoes, Gifts, GTeeting Ca1'ds, Jewel1'y, Notions 204 Ballymore Rd,

Change Yom' "D1'ea1'y Day" Into a Song Autographed P opular Songs . ..

Dodge

Plymouth

Clifford M. Rumsey

Springfield Land, Inc.

SWARTHMORE, PA, Sales and S 21'vice Swarthmore 1390

SPRINGFIELD ROAD Springfield, Penna.

Ammon's Theatrical Make-up

Complime1vts of

Dorothy Meyer

SPECIAL KITS $10,95 Shine Like the StaTs

Deficiency Expe1't P A!CKARD BUILDING

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Compliments of

Masson's Detective Agency

Edward R. Sibole, Jr. Geneml Contmct01' MORTON, PA.

SUPER SLEUTHS Om' motto-"Seek Q.n d you shalL find."

Krauss Produce

This is whe.1'e to get clipped

I Specialize in "Tnw.king"

Brookside Barber Shop

Springfield Rd.

Truck Farm

11 BROOKSIDE ROAD

FOUR HORSEMEN RIDING STABLES

AL DALTRY Rep1'esentative B1"ush Company Brush Up on the NewsFree Brushes to the Ladies

A wonderful opportunity to perfect your form , handling of mount, etc. Tanbark enclosed ring, pleasant, agreeable surroundings and courteous attendants.

Fi~lLe1'

Phone : Media 1555

Watch Buck w01·k at HARRY'S A1'istocmtic Hambu1'gaj's Baltimore Pike and Woodland Ave. Milk Shakes - Sodas Ass01'ted Sandwiches

COMPLIMENTS OF

COLONIAL PARK in Springfield

Ackerman Construction Co.

Lugar's Market

Sp1'in gfield Dam Estimates Cheerfully Given on Saturday Nights

Meats, Poult1'y, Buttej', Eggs, G,'ocej'ies, Fn~its amI P1'oduce Swarthmore 462 148 Saxer Ave.

Kathryn Beauty Salon

Waldie Chemical Supplies "Blow in and blow up ,"

144 SAXER AVE. SPRINGFIELD Phone Swa. 1208

Orchard Road

Hicks Construction Co.

Hemple's Landscaping

We'j'e Building Up to I,etdown

Shade T1'ees a?'e OU1' Spacialty SCHOOL LANE

SPRINGFIELD

U1V

Awful

LONGHURST DRIVE

STATISTICIAN

Compliments

DOT JONES y

Swa.1785

of

Ot~1'

Figu1'es Don't LieIf We Account Fen' Them.

Bailey's Grease Spot

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Edna Vargues

DyeTs

Cleanel's

EMBALMER Three Thousand Oustomel's Satisfied, " Not one carn.e back to complain."

George the Tailor Phone: Swa. 2184

New

180 Saxer Ave,

Radio Haul' F,eatm'ing

I.4tX

Compliments of

Springfield Nursery

Miss Anne Conner

BISHOP AVENUE AND SPRINGFIELD ROAD

Commentating on Canadian Travels

School for Fashionable Young Ladies

Inspector Jason Jones TRACER OF LOST PERSONS

Dean of Women, M. J, Stewart The Poise That Refl'eshes

You Lose 'em, . , We Find 'em,

HOCKEY INSTRUCTOR

Bacher's Electrical Appliances

HELEN SMITH

"Don't kill yottr' wife with wOl'k , , ,

We'l'e on the Goal Standal'd POCONO CAMP

let electTicity ,d o it."

Compliments of

Fashionette Beauty Shoppe

Gillen's Nut Shoppe

13 BROOKSIDE ROAD For Appointment Call Swa. 471

Assol'ted Nuts fOl' all Occasions

Beatty, Lumber and Millwork Co. Specializing in Wall Boar'd, FLOaTing, Shingles and Jobbing Lumbel' of ' All Kinds Clearbrook 1438 Sunset 979

COMPLIMJ£NTS OF

"KUM ON INN" Proprietors-F. Whiteley &S. Bewley

Com pUm ents of CLIFTON HEIGHTS THEATRE Fred Drew, Manager The Heights of J£nter'trr.inment Passes to Ot tl' F',z"m inine Acquaintances

Plm;ON FANCIER "Hornes faT Homeless Homing Pigeons."

Peyton Haberdashery

A. Jones' Pet Shop

Spats and Tuxedos Our Specialty Clothes M(~ke the ul1"an, We Malve the Clothes,

ANGORA CATS

Warren Allen

Classes

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il~

Pet Car'e

Ladies' Gym Class Specializing in Long's Hail' Toni,c

Holscher, Mgr, W Z'al' Yom'self Down in Daytime We Buil.d You Up at Night Classes: Man" Wed" Fri.

Exclusive Dress Shop

Vaughters' Dixie Land Band

iMac1z by NUl'bey

REDHOT RHYTHM AT

,Modeled by Ma,xwell

NIXON GRAND

Typewriter Repairs

Barrett and Robinson

Waiter McCleese, Mgr.

SPORTING GOODS

The Type of WOl'k You Luce

"Goods fOl' all SP01'tS"

Eckerd's Tonsorial Salon

Springfield Mirror

Special To nic and Oil Change

Anne Turner, Editor

Cliff's Clip Joint

See Yom'self .4s Othel's See You

"Field" Instructor of Aeronautics

Lentz Sweet Shoppe

Wood Cut Rate Store

Dick Heffron Fly Yom' W01'1'ies Away Happy Landing Field, Springfield

SPRINGFIELD, PA. Candy fOl' School Fttnctions o,m ' Specialty

Compliments of

Cooper Knitting Shoppe

Betty Woodhead

HOPE CHEST AVE,

Bell T elephone Opemtol' Swarthmore Exchange

l

J:, weatel's

fOl' Stylish Men Designed Hel'e

Gallagher Cab Service

Norman-Traction Co.

Bodies by Fiskel'

We Give VARA Good Se1'vice

Call Swarthmore 3200

Bob Stanfield, Realty Office

PAPERHANGING John Haskell, Mgr.

Special Pl'iczs on the Empil'e State Bttilding and the Bl'ooklyn B1'idge Times Square, New York

Nothing 'Stuck Up Ab01tt OU1' W01'k

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Jack Stewart, Surgeon

C, Merrill and J, Thomas

A Pl'ofessional Ct~t-up Ke'2ps Them in Stitches Bedside Manor, Springfield

ESCORT BUREAU "They Satisfy"

de Frenes' Studio

MARINE INN

POl'tmits of Extinction Any resemblances entirely coincidental CHESTNUT STREET

M, Glover, Proprietress Just Gobs (md Gobs of Food

Wol'ld Renowned Pianist

Announcing Second Edition of

Peggy Buehler

"The Great American Novel"

Now Appearing at the Academy of Music

by Hel en Gmnclhomme

MARY LAIRD

"Stl'ike Up New Acquaintances"

Hail' Stylist

at

Business on the Up and Up

Blythe's Bowling Alley

Jittel'b'Ug Exte1'1ninatol'

"Scratchy" Carroll

Mgr. Ginny Mealing

FLEA CIRCUS

A Little Bug Will Get You Someday

Not alV Itch in a Cat'load

Academy of Music

Compliments of

"Just a Kid Named Jo e" Starring the World Famous Tenor Joe Nulty

ROBERT SMITH Salesmanager of Heinz Products 57 Varieties of Pleasant Eating

Pinkerton Midget Circus

McCann Chewing Gum

Feat'Ul'i1tg "Atlas" Brehm and "Shorty" Ott Admission for a Small Sum

Stt'etch Y OUt' Nickel by Sticking With Us

SITUATIONS WANTED Marjorie Bjur-A Job With Longs Bleach, Bornman-Want A Job Salting

Loan's Villanova Pet Shoppe Whel'e " VillanO,V(L" Comes f01' Pets

"Ammons".

Gra"ce Songster-Child's Nurse,

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Jackson's Riding Academy Special G?'ip Saddles LEAMY AVENUE Easy !Rates

Compliments

of A FRIEND

COMPLIMENTS OF

Marjorie Moyer, Artist l?'ish P01'tmits a Specialty

USED CARS See

Raymond's Florist Shoppe D0111t Use Flowe?'y W o1'ds Say It With Flowe1's PETUNIA AVE,

Fitzpatrick Om' P1'ices A1'e Right

Compliments of C, HARRISON Supe?' Se?'vice Station Brookside & Springfield Roads Atlantic Gasoline Phone Swa, 384

COMPLIMENTS OF

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